FC Barcelona continues to need to adjust its wage bill and, in this process, several players have been marked as transferable. One of the names that has gained the most prominence in recent days is the Dutch midfielder, whose continuity at the blaugrana club hangs by a thread. Although Flick considers the player a key piece in his scheme, the Barça board has made a firm decision about his future.
Arsenal has burst into the race and has positioned itself in the pole position to secure his services. The Gunners' offer surpasses the proposals from Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Manchester United, making it the most attractive option for Barça. In Barcelona, they are clear that if the player doesn't accept the renewal offer they have presented, his departure will be the only viable alternative.
Joan Laporta doesn't want the matter to drag on and they have sent a strong message: there will be no more opportunities. If the Dutchman doesn't agree to lower his salary to stay at the club, he will be put on the market and Barcelona will give the green light to his transfer this very summer. The intention is to close the operation as soon as possible and avoid a soap opera that could harm sports planning.
Arsenal Wants to Close the Signing as Soon as Possible
The London club is determined to strengthen its midfield with a top-level player and sees the Dutch international as a market opportunity. Mikel Arteta has requested reinforcements for his squad, and the Gunners' board is willing to make a financial effort to fulfill his wishes. The offer presented to FC Barcelona is superior to that of the rest of the competitors and puts the blaugrana club in an excellent position to finalize the sale.
Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Manchester United have also shown interest in the player, but their proposals do not reach the figures offered by Arsenal. Moreover, the German team is not willing to make an excessive outlay for a player who, although he fits into their scheme, is not their priority. In this context, the Londoners have a clear path to close the transfer with the blaugrana when the player accepts the proposal.
Frenkie de Jong, Facing the Most Difficult Decision of His Career
The footballer has repeatedly expressed his desire to succeed at Barcelona, but the current circumstances have changed drastically. The board has made it clear that he must decide between accepting a salary reduction or leaving. With a renewal offer on the table, the player has little room for indecision.
The Dutchman who arrived in 2019 has been a fixture in the line-up, although his high salary and the club's financial situation have turned his continuity into a problem. Now, everything depends on his decision. If he doesn't accept the reduction, Arsenal awaits him with open arms and with a much more favorable contract economically.