Manchester United have made a 'significant' €65m (£54m) offer for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, according to Fichajes.
The Red Devils have reportedly tabled an ambitious bid to land the Dutch international this summer, but saw their initial attempt swiftly rejected by the Catalan club.
De Jong remains an important player for Hansi Flick this season but faces an uncertain future at Camp Nou, with just over 15 months left on his contract.
The Dutch midfielder has been a long-term target for United, with their interest dating back to Erik ten Hag’s second season at the club in 2023/24.
Man Utd Targeting Frenkie de Jong
Ahead of the summer transfer window
Frenkie de Jong
According to Fichajes, Barcelona see De Jong as a ‘fundamental’ part of their project and intend to renew his contract beyond 2026.
They are eager to prevent him from entering the final year of his deal and are expected to open talks soon over a Camp Nou extension.
The 27-year-old, praised as ‘one of the best in the world’, has been playing regular minutes under Flick after missing the start of the season through injury, helping Barcelona lead the race for the La Liga title.
The Catalans are now on a six-game winning streak in the Spanish top flight, with De Jong featuring in all of those matches and captaining the team twice in wins over Valencia and Rayo Vallecano.
United are anticipating a midfield reshuffle this summer, with Christian Eriksen’s contract expiring and Casemiro facing an uncertain future at Old Trafford.
The Brazilian is reportedly open to a departure after the season, but his £350,000-a-week wage demands remain an obstacle for interested clubs.
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