Manchester United have been dealt yet another setback in their revived transfer pursuit of Frenkie de Jong to leave Erik ten Hag with a feeling of deja vu.
The Red Devils were heavily linked with the midfielder, 25, throughout the summer, when Barcelona were willing to let him depart and a deal was struck between the clubs. However, De Jong was unwilling to leave the destination of his dreams and stayed put, leaving Barca chiefs red-faced and claiming they never wanted to sell the Dutchman.
In a fresh twist in mid-December, it emerged that United are exploring the possibility of a second swoop for the former Ajax prodigy. Despite adding Christian Eriksen and Casemiro to his side's ranks over the summer, Ten Hag remains keen to strengthen his midfield.
