Chelsea ready to rival Manchester United for Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong: Reports
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Chelsea’s new owners are reportedly turned their interest to Manchester United target, Frenkie de Jong. The terms with Barcelona are clear, the Spanish giants will demand a fee of €85 million and are close to agreeing with a fee with Manchester United.
However, the Blues carries the financial prowess to rival Manchester United for the transfer fee. Moreover, the club can also offer Champions League football to the player, something United can’t.
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Chelsea could offload Jorginho and Kante to make room for Frenkie de Jong
As per reports by Gerard Romero, the Blues could offload some of their midfielder stars to raise funds for the transfer of Frenkie de Jong. Frenkie de Jong was Eric ten Hag’s main priority when the transfer window began.
The Dutch manager made it clear to the club that wanted Frenkie de Jong to revitalise the midfield and bring more energy. Having worked with the player before at Ajax, Manchester United still remain confident they can convince the player to sign for them.
As per the statements of Barcelona president, Joan Laporta, they have no intentions to sell the 25-year-old. Although, he concluded by saying that the club might have to sell to raise funds. Barcelona is also in the market for new players and may be compelled to sell.
The two key points for Manchester United are salary and Eric ten Hag. The club can pay the Dutch midfielder his salary at Barcelona and will hope Eric ten Hag’s influence is enough to turn the tide in their favour. Moreover, they have almost agreed on a fee with Barcelona.
Chelsea on the other hand has the Champions League. They believe that should be enough to entice the player to sign for the London Club. It will be an interesting transfer battle should The Blues submit an official bid for the player.
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