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Here we go again! Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag still 'crazy' about signing Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong

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Having previously coached De Jong during their time together at Ajax, where they achieved success in the Eredivisie and made strides in the Champions League, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/erik-ten-hag-frenkie-de-jong-manchester-united-failed-bid-barcelona-ajax/blt80ffc4407dccd536#cs360870851c0f927f" target="_blank">Ten Hag has maintained a keen desire to work with the midfielder </a>once again. Despite United's unsuccessful attempts to secure De Jong's signature in the past, the Dutch manager remains determined to make the transfer happen, according to<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20240511/1002244216/ten-hag-sigue-loco-jong.html" target="_blank"> Mundo Deportivo.</a>

WHAT HAPPENED?

Despite uncertainties surrounding Ten Hag's future at United, the manager continues to press forward with plans for the upcoming season as he wishes to honour his contract that runs until 2025. Given their successful partnership at Ajax and his belief in the midfielder's capabilities, he views De Jong as an ideal addition to his squad.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

However, Barcelona's stance on De Jong's potential departure remains uncertain. While the club has offered the midfielder a new contract with revised terms, De Jong is yet to respond, fueling speculation about his future. It is alleged that the midfielder is trying to drag this saga until the summer of 2025 when he will have one year left in the existing deal. However, the Catalan club are in no mood to delay and want a resolution in the upcoming transfer window. If he declines the offer, Barcelona may be open to considering offers for the midfielder, especially if the amount aligns with the club's financial objectives from the sale.

DID YOU KNOW?

With Ten Hag's determination driving the transfer saga forward, the prospect of De Jong donning the red jersey at Old Trafford remains a tantalising possibility. However, the Red Devils must be prepared to fork out a hefty amount for the player with <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/barcelona-send-frenkie-de-jong-transfer-ultimatum-as-tottenham-make-eur60m-offer-for-chelsea-and-man-utd-target/blted1f87deae811d99#cs7b9f4e91799fa582" target="_blank">Barcelona allegedly having placed a €100m (£85m) asking price </a>for any suitors.

WHAT NEXT?

Here we go again! Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag still 'crazy' about signing Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong | Goal.com Ghana

Erik ten Hag is still &quot;crazy&quot; to lure Barcelona&apos;s Frenkie de Jong to Manchester United, according to a new report.

Here we go again! Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag still &apos;crazy&apos; about signing Barcelona&apos;s Frenkie de Jong