Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly each in pole place to pounce for the potential of Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
The previous Ajax star’s future has been doubtful for a lot of the summer time, however it appears issues might quickly be nearing a decision.
In response to AS, De Jong’s future might lastly be resolved within the subsequent few days, with Man Utd and Chelsea considered the principle contenders for the Dutchman’s signature, although Bayern Munich can’t be dominated out both.
De Jong has shone on the Nou Camp, however it’s unclear if he’s nonetheless a key a part of the Catalan giants’ plans forward of the brand new season.
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Franck Kessie has joined Barca to strengthen their choices in midfield, with De Jong lately used as a centre-back in pre-season.
In the meantime, Marca and others report that Barcelona are closing in on signing Sevilla star Jules Kounde to strengthen their defence, so there absolutely isn’t a long-term future for De Jong in that place.
