According to reports from Spain, Manchester United have received a potential boost in their pursuit of Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong.
United have made the Dutchman one of their top targets this summer, with new manager Erik ten Hag keen to reunite with the player he trained at his former club Ajax. .
But despite the two clubs agreeing on a fee, De Jong turned down the opportunity to move to Old Trafford.
Speaking to Dutch outlet NOS in September, the midfielder explained:
"I've decided to stay in May. So I'm very calm myself. Now I feel welcome at the club. Nothing has changed with my teammates."
De Jong's game time was curtailed at the start of the campaign - he even played as a centre-back in pre-season - fueling speculation that a future departure from the Camp Nou remains to be seen. in control.
But he has become an increasingly important part of Xavi's squad this season, with Spanish newspaper Sport recently describing him as one of three 'untouchables' at Barca.
But a new report suggests the future of De Jong and other Barca stars remains uncertain.
Barcelona can sell De Jong this summer
According to Sport, Barcelona plan to raise 120 million euros through the sale of players this summer to improve their difficult financial situation. Money issues continue to plague Los Blancos, with Relevo announcing earlier this week that the club will ask the entire team if they are willing to take a pay cut to comply with the league's salary cap. .
Barca are currently unable to sign midfielder Gavi's new contract with La Liga - and there is a clause in his contract that says he could leave as a free agent if he is not authorized by the date. June 30.
To raise the 120 million euros that seem necessary, the Spanish giants may have to sell first-team stars.
And while De Jong is now a key part of Xavi's squad, interest in him from United and other clubs could make it relatively simple to sell for a high price - if the Ha Lan agrees to leave.
Last summer, United agreed to pay Barcelona a €75 million fee for De Jong, and his performances this season will likely see the club sell their claims for even more money. higher. And talkSPORT claim the midfielder is interested in forming a midfield partnership at Old Trafford with Casemiro, which could further boost United's chances to finally achieve their main long-term goal. .
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