Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong couldn't hide his amusement after a fan shouted "Erik ten Hag is waiting for you" as he applauded fans after a match on Wednesday.
The Netherlands international was thanking supporters after taking part in Barcelona’s exhibition match against an A-League All-Stars team. The Spanish giants ran out 3-2 winners against the Australian outfit, who were managed by United icon Dwight Yorke.
De Jong, who is one of Ten Hag’s summer targets, came off the bench during the game. United fans will be hoping it could be his last Barcelona outing ahead of a potential Old Trafford reunion with his former Ajax manager.
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A video has now emerged showing the midfielder clapping fans at the Accor Stadium after full-time. One fan in attendance was presumably a United supporter, and he catches De Jong's attention before screaming Ten Hag’s name at him.
The Dutchman initially smiled and waved at the enthusiastic supporter after he begged: "Come to United." However, the determined fan wasn't giving up there and he then shouted: “Erik ten Hag is waiting for you.” De Jong was clearly amused by the comment and couldn't help but smile.
The Manchester Evening News reported earlier this month that United are mulling over a £75million move for De Jong. The club are desperate for midfielders, with Paul Pogba, Nemanja Matic, Juan Mata and Jesse Lingard all potentially set to leave the club in the coming weeks.
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