Barcelona manager Xavi has offered his thoughts on where Frenkie de Jong is most effective as Manchester United continue to target the talented and versatile Dutchman.
De Jong, 25, has been linked with a move to Old Trafford for the entire summer transfer window and United agreed a £70million deal to sign him back in July. However, personal terms have proved hugely troublesome as the player would prefer to stay at Camp Nou, where he will play Champions League football this season.
The Red Devils have turned elsewhere in their search for a high-profile midfield recruit and Casemiro is on the verge of completing a £60m transfer from Real Madrid. Nonetheless, Sunday Mirror Sport understands United will continue to pursue De Jong as one of three further additions before the window shuts on 1 September.
