Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag made several high-profile signings during his tenure at the club, but most did not yield the expected results.
Players like Antony, Rasmus Hojlund, and Andre Onana struggled to make a significant impact, which ultimately led to Ten Hag’s departure from Old Trafford.
One midfielder Ten Hag pursued vigorously was Frenkie De Jong.
The Dutch manager had previously worked with De Jong at Ajax and aimed to bring him to Manchester United, but the midfielder opted to remain at Barcelona.
Ten Hag’s ambition to sign De Jong may still come to fruition, albeit without him at the helm of Manchester United.
According to Caught Offside, Manchester United, along with Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City, have been presented with the opportunity to acquire Barcelona midfielder De Jong.
With De Jong’s contract set to expire in 2026, speculation about his long-term future under Hansi Flick at Barcelona continues to grow.
This season, De Jong has made 29 appearances for Barcelona across all competitions, and he has been made available to Premier League clubs through intermediaries.
Barcelona is reportedly open to offers in the region of €35-40 million for De Jong, who is willing to consider leaving if he feels undervalued at the club.
Manchester United Eyeing Midfield Reinforcements
Manchester United, anticipating the potential departure of midfielders like Christian Eriksen and Casemiro this summer, are in urgent need of a composed and skilled presence in the midfield. Kobbie Mainoo’s future is uncertain due to interest from Real Madrid.
Liverpool could also benefit from additional quality and depth in their midfield, and De Jong would provide the control, creativity, and composure they need.
Chelsea is seeking to bolster their squad with a midfielder capable of managing game tempo from deep, making De Jong a fitting candidate for their needs.
Furthermore, De Jong’s style aligns well with Pep Guardiola’s philosophy at Manchester City, making him a valuable addition to their midfield options.
Given his skill set, De Jong would seamlessly integrate into most top Premier League clubs, explaining the ongoing interest from various teams.
Ultimately, De Jong’s potential transfer to the Premier League will depend on Barcelona’s financial situation and his performance with the Spanish side.
Additionally, the Red Devils are looking to strengthen their attack, with Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres as a target.
Manchester United ready to blow Arsenal & Chelsea out of the water for €58m star
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