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Daily Mirror
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Colin Millar

Erik ten Hag to clinch dream double Man Utd transfer after secret phone call and meeting

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is increasingly confident of securing deals to land his former players Frenkie de Jong and Antony at Old Trafford.

Barcelona midfielder De Jong has already discussed a potential transfer on the phone, with the United boss outlining the role the player would enjoy under him at Old Trafford. Central midfield is an area United need to bolster their options ahead of several key departures this term. De Jong has been identified as the leading candidate for the club in the position and the Dutchman is at the top of the Red Devils' shortlist of summer transfer targets.

Antony is another leading target for Ten Hag who is keen to reunite with the 22-year-old - Ajax's star player last season. United are in pole position to land the Brazilian given his strong relationship with the Red Devils boss at the Amsterdam Arena.

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