Erik ten Hag mostly got the players he pointed to. The one who refused to move to Old Trafford was Ten Hag’s former midfield general. Now Ten Hag is history at United, but guess what: Frenkie de Jong is linked with Manchester United again.
The closest United came to De Jong signing was when the club and Barcelona agreed on a transfer, while the Dutchman blocked the transfer. Barcelona owed a large amount of unpaid wages, he intended to stay at Camp Nou to secure himself.
De Jong’s contract now runs until the summer of 2026, which means that the summer transfer window could mean an exit for the 27-year-old. There is an offer of an extension, but according to El Nacional, the parties are far apart in the wage negotiations.
The Spanish media claims Manchester United are ready to pay €50 million for the central midfielder if the parties do not agree.
Is it just us, or should a Frenkie de Jong to Old Trafford be a well-traveled chapter. Together with Erik ten Hag.
