After Erik Ten Hag was appointed as Manchester United’s manager we saw many transfer saga’s. Manchester United was involved in a tug of war to sign players like Jadon Sancho, Varane, Mason Mount. Out of all these players the most famous one was for Ten Hag’s personal favourite Frenkie De Jong. Erik Ten Hag was after signing the dutch midfielder for a very long time. However even after making numerous signings we can say Ten Hag’s obsession with Frenkie De Jong continues.
Frenkie De Jong worked with Erik Ten Hag in Ajax. De Jong got his break through season for Ajax in 2018-19 season after which he signed for Barcelona. It is no doubt he was a key player for the squad and had his moments. Ten Hag who is currently having a disappointing season with Manchester United looks to improve his squad this summer. Moreover British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS’ investment sealed a deal to buy 25 percent of the Manchester United. They also has control of football operations, including transfer dealings.
United’s star player can leave due to Ten Hag’s obsession
Man United have offered Bruno Fernandes in exchange for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong with the Portugal midfielder willing to go, according to reports. Bruno Fernandes has been star player for Manchester United for quite some time now. However he is often criticized for his attitude and antics on the field. Many Manchester United legends have deemed him unfit for leadership role. Man United ‘do not want to pay’ the €90m asking price for De Jong. They have instead ‘offer compensation of €20m plus Fernandes to sign the Dutch midfielder. It looks like Fernandes will give green light to the Barcelona transfer. Moreover with Xavi staying next season we will see how Barcelona will try to reinforce their squad.
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