Going by the tidbits coming out of Europe, the Ajax midfielder Frenkie de Jong looks set to go ahead with a £67 million transfer to Barcelona, this is coming after clubs like Manchester United have indicated interest and have been rejected by the international football star, an official announcement is expected any day now.
Recall that Frenkie de Jong the Netherlands international is considered one of the most highly rated young players in Europe at the moment, and has been strongly linked with United, Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid in recent times.
The well-connected Barca reporter Mootaz Chehade, claims that the deal is nearing conclusion with an announcement expected this week.
United who has suffered a loud shortage in the midfield from the summer signing of Fred this season is considered worst hit by this transfer because right about now they do desperately need a new signing in midfield to be in contention next season.