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Isaac Johnson

Frenkie de Jong can get his favourite shirt number at Manchester United after transfer

Bruno Fernandes has finally managed to get his hands on his beloved number eight shirt at Manchester United.

The Portugal midfielder has stepped into the jersey at United upon Juan Mata’s exit. However, it won’t be the now-vacant No.18 shirt Frenkie de Jong will be eyeing if a United transfer is finalised this summer.

Despite Barcelona’s recent claims that the Netherlands playmaker is not for sale, United are still confident of getting a deal over the line. They have already agreed a deal in principle for De Jong and believe the Spanish giants are trying to up the ante, amid Chelsea’s reported interest.

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