De Jong

As well as closing in on a £70m deal for one-man soap opera Frenkie de Jong, they're preparing a similarly sized bid for Leicester defender Wesley Fofana, plus ...

Manchester City are close to solving their left-back issue by signing Anderlecht’s Sergio Gómez, then plan to identify another player to fight for the position, leaving nothing whatsoever to chance. Chelsea have been burning through the contents of Todd Boehly’s pocketbook like the proverbial capering seafarer all summer, and clearly see no good reason to stop now. Calm, smart and ordered, it’s almost as though they’re deliberately pressing all of United’s buttons in the correct sequence.

Chelsea are trying to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie De Jong for less than the £71million fee agreed with Manchester United.

Fofana, 21, remains the Blues’ primary target, with Tuchel keen to add a young and fast defender to his squad at almost any cost. Juventus are in advanced talks to sign Depay, which could mean Aubameyang ends up staying at the Camp Nou. The finances remain complicated, with Barca owing De Jong around £17m in deferred wages.

It's the transfer saga that's dominated the summer window; Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong is the subject of an increasingly fierce tug-of-war between Chelsea ...

“Let me start with the facts and what’s happened in the last 24 hours. “So the plan of the agents is to meet Frenkie himself to understand the situation and then decide whether to meet with Barca and try to find a way.” The agents of Frenkie de Jong are in Barcelona – this is 100% confirmed with videos of the agents arriving at Barcelona Airport.

Chelsea are making it clear – in the public, at least – that they are doing all they can to gazzump United's bid to sign the Netherlands midfielder. Romano adds ...

Chelsea are making it clear – in the public, at least – that they are doing all they can to gazzump United’s bid to sign the Netherlands midfielder. Romano adds that the decision is up to the player himself – Chelsea or United? In his recent Caught Offside newsletter, Fabrizio Romano claims that Chelsea are prepared to pay whatever it takes to sign Frenkie de Jong this summer.

Gary Neville says Man Utd losing out on Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong to Chelsea "does not even contemplate thinking about".

There is still time in the window but he needed three or four weeks more to work with them. “The second is that he stays at Barca and there’s a bit of embarrassment because they’ve put all their eggs in one basket, and they haven’t got anyone else in. “If he doesn’t want to come the deal would have been switched off a few weeks ago.

FRENKIE DE JONG continues to be a top target for Manchester United and Chelsea amid uncertainty over his Barcelona future.

However, the Netherlands international wants to stay in Catalonia despite a reluctance to take a pay cut. Both Manchester United and Chelsea are keen on signing the 25-year-old before the transfer window shuts on September 1. De Jong and his fiancee went to Mexico for their holidays shortly after the 25-year-old had starred for the Netherlands in their 3-2 Nations League win over Wales. Amid the uncertainty over De Jong’s future, his fiancee Mikky has now taken to social media to share images of herself with the player. Chelsea, however, have registered their own interest over the past week and think they are now frontrunners in the race to land the 25-year-old. FRENKIE DE JONG continues to be a top target for Manchester United and Chelsea amid uncertainty over his Barcelona future.

William Gallas says Chelsea should forget about signing Frenkie de Jong, insisting they should be targeting a more defensive midfielder.

That is why I would not sign De Jong, because they already have players who are a little bit similar.’ They are strong guys who stay in front of their defenders. ‘De Jong is a great player.

Chelsea are willing to pay what Barcelona want for Frenkie de Jong, and Fabrizio Romano has revealed what will decide the Man Utd target's fate.

De Jong agreed to push back a sizeable chunk of his salary during the Covid pandemic to help Barcelona out. Barcelona have publicly stated their desire to retain De Jong on multiple occasions. De Jong is settled in the city of Barcelona. Furthermore, despite the chaos surrounding the club, their squad has been strengthened mightily this summer. Romano then stated that if De Jong is pushed out by Barcelona, the deciding factor in where he lands will be the player himself. Regardless, writing for Caught Offside, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has suggested a resolution to the long-running transfer saga could be on the horizon. The future of Frenkie de Jong is undeniably the No 1 transfer saga of the summer.

Chelsea are willing to match Man Utds agreed £72m bid for Barcelona midfielder De Jong; Aubameyang only left Chelseas London rivals Arsenal in January; ...

Central midfield has been a priority position all summer for United, who have a broad agreement in principle for the signing of Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot. Signing both Rabio and De Jong has not been ruled out. You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Aubameyang moved to Barcelona on a free transfer from Arsenal in January. He has three years left on his contract. Barcelona want him to stay but only if he agrees to take a significant pay cut and accept a £6m settlement for his deferred wages. Last week they signed 18-year-old midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa in a £20m deal. Leicester do not want to sell Fofana but they would find it difficult to turn down an offer close to £80m.

A transfer is "more likely" than a stay at Barcelona for Chelsea target Frenkie de Jong this summer, according to Ben Jacobs.

“Barca billing this as a straight choice between De Jong taking a pay cut or leaving. “Chelsea pushing on the player side. As reported, Chelsea optimistic of an €80m+ deal but waiting on De Jong decision.

Manchester United have been pursuing a move for De Jong for most of the summer transfer window, but Erik ten Hag looks set to have missed out on his top ...

But as the summer progressed, De Jong's reluctance to link back up with Ten Hag became clear to see. Midfield is one of the major areas of weakness in Ten Hag's squad, with starting pair Fred and Scott McTominay coming in for strong criticism following the defeat to Brighton on Sunday. De Jong had been Erik ten Hag 's top target for the summer window, with Barcelona keen to move him off their wage bill.

Barcelona can help solve their financial woe by offloading De Jong to adhere to a salary cap amid struggles to register new signings ahead of the new La Liga ...

However, De Jong won't be going anywhere unless he receives the deferred salary payments the Catalan club owe him. But De Jong has been unwilling to accept those terms, which club media have widely reported. Barcelona can help solve their financial woe by offloading De Jong to adhere to a salary cap amid struggles to register new signings ahead of the new La Liga season.

FRENKIE DE JONG cut a relaxed figure as he forgot about his transfer woes with a wakeboarding session in Spain.The Barcelona star, 25, has seen his fu.

And a further picture showed De Jong travelling with just one hand while using the other for the perfect pose. The playmaker looked to be in total control of his board - just like he is with a football at his feet. And with De Jong yet to decide where his future lies, the transfer saga is set to rumble on this month.

Mikky Kiemeney posted a video of the couple in Frenkie Jong's car and wakesurfing with the caption: "Meanwhile... living our best life," suggesting the ...

Read More Read More She added alongside the clip: "Found another gem in Catalunya."

FRENKIE DE JONG's future is likely to be decided over the coming days amid interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.

The Blues are also thought to be keen on signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Barca this summer, so it may be in their best interests to keep relations sweet with Laporta. But De Jong's camp have told the two clubs not to do so amid a feeling that it would only hinder proceedings. That presents a problem for Laporta as La Blaugrana are currently unable to register their new signings due to a lack of space on the wage bill.

Dutch star Frenkie de Jong was seen outside enjoying himself amid huge speculation around his future at Barcelona - with Chelsea looking poised to take him ...

Reports have suggested that Chelsea are a more realistic prospect than United this window despite the northwest side vying for the player since Ten Hag joined up. With the La Liga campaign coming up, it’s crunch time for De Jong and his future. The Sun reports that, although he would rather stay with his current club, he is owed some £14million in deferred wages.

Former Manchester United midfielder and current Reading manager Paul Ince has criticised the Red Devils' failure to strengthen in the transfer market this ...

It shows you that the club, as big as it is globally and financially, these players are saying no." You think, you get Rabiot done, if you get Frenkie De Jong in there, all of a sudden Man United look quite decent in the middle of the park. "But, back in the day, Frenkie De Jong would’ve gone to Manchester United without a doubt. But it’s not about individuals, it has to be about the team. The fact that initially he wanted to stay at Barcelona, I can understand. "I think McTominay needs someone like that, maybe one or two in there, just to give him a bit of support.

The former United midfielder insists the Dutch international would 'already' be a Red Devils player if the legendary Scottish manager was at the helm at Old ...

You think, you get Rabiot done, if you get Frenkie de Jong in there, all of a sudden Man United look quite decent in the middle of the park.' But it’s not about individuals, it has to be about the team.' 'The Frenkie de Jong saga has been, again, a bit of a circus. The former England captain said: 'Back in the day, Frenkie de Jong would've gone to Manchester United without a doubt. 'I think McTominay needs someone like that, maybe one or two in there, just to give him a bit of support. If Man United want a player, they go bang, bang, bang and he's there within two days doing his medical.

Former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson would be furious with the club's current inability to land transfer targets for current Old Trafford ...

I'm sure Sir Alex is not happy with the current situation at the club." United have agreed to an initial £15million fee to sign Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot but that deal is stalling over the Frenchman's wage demands. Edinson Cavani and Paul Pogba were among a glut of first-team exits from the club this summer while Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave United just one year after his return to Old Trafford.

The former Red Devils midfielder claimed that Barcelona's Dutch international midfield star would already be at Old Trafford if Sir Alex Ferguson was still ...

But it’s not about individuals, it has to be about the team.” “Back in the day, Frenkie de Jong would’ve gone to Manchester United without a doubt. “I think McTominay needs someone like that, maybe one or two in there, just to give him a bit of support.

CHELSEA are reportedly set to complete a sensational deal for Frenkie de Jong TODAY.Reports suggest that the Dutchman's agent have a agreed a deal wit.

He knows how to escape you in a number of different ways.” "If Aubameyang can leave Barcelona, he would be good but he only just joined them. Physically he’s unplayable, but Lautaro also has a lot to his game. "I felt my playing time at Man City was getting limited and you can't afford to waste that time. "I am now looking forward to blending in with my new surroundings and getting to know my new team-mates, with the desire to achieve a lot together.” Monaco have signed Chelsea defender Malang Sarr on a season-long loan transfer with a view to a £10million permanent deal at the end of the season. The pair left the Blues this summer, and the club are yet to fill the void. I’m proud of the experience. And Christensen's added fuel to the fire by changing his Instagram profile picture to him in a Chelsea shirt. That's according to The Athletic, who claim the Magpies "would consider" a swoop for the USA international if Chelsea make him available. And now the San Siro side want to loan Ziyech for the season, with the option to sign him permanently. The 29-year-old is keen to leave Chelsea before the end of the transfer window.

Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Frenkie de Jong after his agents have made an admission on his future, according to Spanish reports.

The deal could be complicated, with Memphis Depay also set to leave the Camp Nou, leaving Barcelona with a lack of central options in attack. Wesley Fofana of Leicester City has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea set to go in with a third bid to test the Foxes’ resolve this summer. Chelsea have been dealt a blow in this respect, with the latest reports stating that the midfielder wishes to remain a Barcelona player.

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MANCHESTER UNITED want to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona before the summer transfer window slams shut.

United have been priced out of a deal for Antony, too. And though Tottenham and Juventus are frontrunners in the race to land the 28-year-old, United may be tempted to make a play. Manchester United are of interest to Michael Knighton with the Glazers currently in the spotlight. A deal for the 25-year-old remains in limbo, however, with Chelsea also in the battle to land the midfielder. As well as De Jong, United have been hoping to snap up a new forward. Manchester United have spent nearly a quarter of a year pursuing De Jong, who was swiftly identified as the club’s No 1 target following the decision to hire Ten Hag.

Man United desperately need to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the transfer window closing in three weeks' time.

Ndidi would provide United with the grit and steel they are sorely lacking in midfield, meaning he could be a viable alternative to De Jong to fill a gap that desperately needs filling as a priority. At the age of 25, he is also the right age for a player that United could bring in, develop and benefit from for several years. He is the sort of signing that would make perfect sense for the journey the Reds want to go on under Ten Hag. He is a robust operator and would add a sense of steel and grit to United's midfield. It is a position that has needed strengthening for several years and just about everyone who is either a Match of the Day addict or Sky Sports subscription holder could tell you that. With three weeks to go until the transfer window closes, everyone is desperate to hear the end of it, whether it be by De Jong sealing a move to Old Trafford, joining Chelsea, or staying at Camp Nou.