Frenkie de Jong's future has dominated the narrative surrounding Manchester United and Barcelona this summer - and that doesn't look likely to change ahead of next week's transfer deadline.
Amid talk of a last-gasp bid from United to resuscitate a deal for De Jong, Barcelona have seemingly outlined their desire to keep hold of the coveted Dutchman by handing him a starring role in Wednesday night's exhibition match against Manchester City.
The former Ajax star has been courted by the Red Devils all summer, with Erik ten Hag desperate to reunite with De Jong at Old Trafford after his previous stint working with the playmaker in Amsterdam.
