Based on Sport (through SportWitness), Manchester United will spare no effort to signal Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong earlier than the switch window closes on August 30.
The Crimson Devils have had a powerful switch window they usually have already recruited Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. A marquee midfielder is the subsequent precedence for Man United and Sport declare that the membership are decided to land the signature of de Jong from Barcelona.
The identical outlet add that Barcelona are keen to sanction his sale for round £51 million, however don’t point out whether or not he would think about the switch. It’s prompt that the signing of the Dutchman can be the icing on the cake for the Crimson Devils.
Unlikely deal
De Jong has been linked with the Crimson Devils for one of the best a part of 2 years. He was closely linked with a transfer to Outdated Trafford throughout the summer time of 2022. A verbal settlement was reached between the golf equipment, however de Jong didn’t wish to be part of United regardless of the prospect to reunite with former Ajax supervisor Erik ten Hag.
United are reportedly contemplating a renewed method for the Dutchman, however the likelihood is much less that the transfer will undergo. De Jong has not performed a aggressive sport since April after selecting up an ankle damage. The ‘world-class‘ star has not reported for any type of coaching with the Blaugrana and is presently out for an undefined interval.
It doesn’t make sense for United to spend £51 million on a participant who’s on the sidelines. The membership want somebody who could make an on the spot impression on the proceedings within the new season. On prime of this, he earns a staggering wage of £316,000 per week and he might demand a pay rise if he have been to depart the Catalan giants.
United can be higher off specializing in Manuel Ugarte, who has been on their radar for some time. Paris Saint-Germain are holding out for £60 million for the 23-year-old, however they may present a reduction, having recruited Joao Neves from Benfica for the no.6 position. The Crimson Devils ought to pursue his signature as a substitute of spending large on an injured de Jong.
