Joan Laporta has suggested that Barcelona will attempt to sign Manchester City star Bernardo Silva as a potential replacement for Frenkie de Jong - amid ongoing interest in the Netherlands international from Manchester United.
De Jong, 25, remains the priority target for Erik ten Hag after United secured deals for Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez. Their ongoing push for De Jong has not been straightforward, despite United reaching an agreement in principle for the Dutchman.
United sources indicate that deferred wages owed to the player have caused a major stumbling block. However, key figures at Old Trafford continue to pursue De Jong due to lingering concerns over alternative options should the player not sign.
