Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes believes Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong is better suited to playing in a double midfield pivot, admitting he would like to see him added to Erik ten Hag's squad.
United identified De Jong as their top target during last summer's transfer window and chased the Dutchman's signature for more than 100 days in a pursuit that dominated the headlines. But despite agreeing a fee with Barcelona to lure him to Old Trafford, a dispute concerning unpaid wages at the Barca end of the deal meant the Reds were forced to look elsewhere for reinforcements.
Nevertheless, United remain keen on the 25-year-old and have refused to rule out the prospect of making a fresh attempt to sign him this forthcoming summer. They plan to recruit a younger central midfielder ahead of next season and De Jong fits the bill.
