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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Josh O'Brien

Man Utd dealt last-gasp Frenkie de Jong blow after Xavi endorsed his Barcelona exit

Manchester United transfer target Frenkie de Jong has reportedly informed the Barcelona hierarchy of his desire to remain at the Camp Nou beyond this summer.

The Red Devils are keen to organise a reunion between De Jong and his former boss Erik ten Hag who will soon take the reins at Old Trafford following the conclusion of this season. The 25-year-old is widely regarded as one of the most technically gifted midfielders currently operating in Europe.

With that being said, De Jong's impressive ability means he is one of the very few assets Barcelona could cash in on to ease the immense financial strain they are currently under. The Catalan giants have been operating under huge economic difficulty since last summer, when they were forced to bid farewell to icon Lionel Messi.

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