Manchester United Have Set Their Sights on One of Barça's Most Important Players. The English team led by Rubén Amorim sees this footballer as the key piece to rebuild their sports project. After several years of ups and downs, the team seeks to regain its status among Europe's greats.
Although this season they are in the semifinals of the Europa League, their position in the Premier reflects another much less encouraging reality, as they occupy the fourteenth place. This paradox makes the Old Trafford club determined to make a significant investment in the summer to radically change course.
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Meanwhile, in Can Barça they are aware that this summer they will have to sell a player if they want to have room to maneuver in the market. The club's economic situation remains delicate and if they want to sign, they know they will have to return to the 1:1 Fair Play rule.
The offer that could come from Manchester would represent a great opportunity to relieve the accounts and prepare the ground for new additions. Selling an important figure, although painful in sports terms, could become a necessity to face the market.
The Footballer Manchester United Wants
However, the footballer Manchester United intends to incorporate is none other than Frenkie de Jong. For Barça, the Dutch midfielder is now considered a pillar of the project with Flick and, therefore, is not in the sales plans.
In fact, the blaugrana club is working on a contract renewal to secure the player. De Jong represents class and stability in the midfield alongside Pedri, qualities that Flick and his coaching staff consider essential to continue competing at the highest level.
The Club's Dilemma with Frenkie de Jong
Nonetheless, the club is in a significant dilemma, as Frenkie de Jong's contract ends in 2026. From Barça's offices, they know this summer is key, either the player renews his contract long-term or he will have to leave.
With just a year and a bit of contract, the Dutchman's market value would start to decrease. According to "Fichajes.net," if De Jong doesn't accept the renewal this summer, Barça could seriously consider Manchester United's offer, in a move that, although painful, could be inevitable.