Incoming new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been boosted by reports that Barcelona are seemingly ready to sell Frenkie de Jong this summer.
Ten Hag takes over the United reigns with the club at a low ebb. They currently sit sixth in the table and will, at best, qualify for the Europa League. And if West Ham overhaul them, they could face the indignity of playing in the Europa Conference League.
As such, it’s little surprise to see Ten Hag looking to make wholesale changes to his United squad this summer.
Their defence has let in a club-record Premier League high of 56 goals this season. As such, a number of big-name defensive signings have been linked.
But it’s also in midfield where the Dutchman will need to bring in more quality. With questions continuing to be asked of Fred and Scott McTominay, Ten Hag is reportedly looking to bring more control in the area to games.
As a result, links to De Jong seem obvious. The player made his name at Ajax under Ten Hag’s tenure and was a big part of their side which reached the 2019 Champions League semi-finals.
Since moving to Barcelona, though, the midfield is still to find his consistent best. There have been flashes of his excellence, but overall he’s struggled to replicate his very best form on a regular basis.
And with Barcelona signing Franck Kessie as a free agent this summer, De Jong will reportedly be allowed to move on for the right price.
With finances still tight at Barcelona, they will likely have to wheel and deal this summer. Now Marca claims de Jong is one of nine players put up for sale by coach Xavi this summer.
Frenkie de Jong one of nine up for sale at Barcelona
The ruthless Blaugrana coach is willing to get tough in order to bring finances in. As such, he’s looking to move on any player who doesn’t fit into his immediate first-team plans.
As well as De Jong, Premier League clubs will also note the other stars Barca are looking to trade in this summer.
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