Manchester United have reportedly not yet given up on signing Frenkie de Jong from FC Barcelona.
The 25-year-old was Erik ten Hag’s number one target last summer, but United were unable to get him, opting instead for the industrious Casemiro.
De Jong considers Barça the club of his dreams and we were determined to stay.
He stated that his stance remained the same despite interest from United and Chelsea.
According to ESPN, Ten Hag is still considering the possibility of signing the Dutchman next summer.
The report says:
Sources have told ESPN that United manager Erik ten Hag is not put off by the 25-year-old’s public stance and will not rule out the possibility of making another offer next summer.
“There is still a feeling at Old Trafford that de Jong could leave Barcelona in the future, and could convince him to move to Manchester, where he would meet his former Ajax manager Ten Hag.”
United are also said to be interested in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham.
The 19-year-old is one of the most exciting players in the world right now and has attracted a lot of interest from the European giants.
Despite fierce competition from Real Madrid, Manchester City and Liverpool, United are eager to enter the race to sign the teenage sensation.
Bellingham will be a vital part of the club’s transfer plans next season.
The club is not expected to spend much this January and will plan for the summer instead.
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