Manchester United are continuing their bid to land Frenkie de Jong but Chelsea are monitoring his situation.
The 25-year-old is being pushed out by Barcelona, who finally struck a £56.1million deal with the Red Devils earlier this week in the hope of remedying their perilous financial situation. De Jong, though, has publicly stated that his preference is to remain at the Camp Nou, despite new United manager Erik ten Hag being desperate to reunite with him in Manchester.
While the midfielder's future at Barcelona is seemingly out of his hands, De Jong may well still be able to choose his next destination should any other clubs agree a fee of similar value to the Red Devils'. Chelsea are reportedly keeping an eye on his situation and can offer the Dutchman something which their rivals lack.
