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Kyle Newbould

Manchester United 'retain Frenkie de Jong interest' amid Barcelona financial issues and more transfer rumours

Manchester United remain interested in Frenkie de Jong and and would be prepared to return for the Dutchman if he becomes available, according to reports.

De Jong has been a long-standing target for United, with Erik ten Hag keen to add more technical quality in midfield ever since his arrival over a year ago. The Reds were in pursuit of the 26-year-old throughout last summer, having agreed a fee with Barcelona but failed to finalise personal terms due to an issue with De Jong's deferred wages at Barcelona from the Covid-19 pandemic.

De Jong has always maintained that he wanted to stay at Barcelona and established himself as a key player as Xavi's side won La Liga. However 90min reports that his future at the Nou Camp could be affected by the Catalan club's transfer plans, with a long-term replacement for Sergio Busquets needed.

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