We don’t typically see gamers make a stand and refuse to depart when a big-money provide comes alongside, however it’s beginning to appear like Barcelona are going to have to tug Frenkie de Jong out kicking and screaming if he does really go.
He’s been linked with Manchester United all summer time and it’s a transfer that makes a lot sense – he’s a participant that ten Hag is aware of effectively, whereas he is also the lacking hyperlink between the defence and assault to really convey some stream to their sport once more.
The issue is definitely convincing the Dutchman to depart, and a report from Sport by way of Football Espana means that it’s merely not going to occur.
If it’s all true then it appears to be fairly unequivocal – de Jong has not too long ago purchased a home within the space and clearly wasn’t planning to depart, whereas he’s additionally informed his teammates that it’s inconceivable that he leaves so one thing is ultimately going to have to offer.
It’s additionally identified that Barca are happening a tour of the USA in two days so his presence or there lack of on that journey will give us an enormous indicator of the place his future really lies, however it’s fairly clear what he desires – it simply stays to be seen if he will get his means or not.