Chelsea are reportedly in direct talks with Barcelona to sign Frenkie de Jong.
The Netherlands international, 25, has been linked with Manchester United for several months. It's believed the Red Devils have agreed a fee with the Spanish club for De Jong but are struggling to persuade him to move to Old Trafford, allowing Chelsea to swoop in.
Barcelona are expected to allow De Jong to leave the Camp Nou this summer to ease their financial burden. They must make sales if they are to register their new signings - including Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski - before La Liga's deadline of August 13.
