As featured on NewsNow: Football news

Barcelona expect Chelsea offer for Man Utd target De Jong

Barcelona are expecting an offer from Chelsea for Frenkie de Jong.

Manchester United are struggling to get a deal over the line as it stands despite having agreed a fee with Barca for the midfielder's services, a major stumbling block being a significant chunk of wages owed by the club, whilst De Jong also does not seem particularly convinced on a move to Old Trafford. He has also returned to training with the La Liga side.

Relevo says Barcelona are aware that Chelsea are preparing a formal offer for De Jong. They have made their interest known over the past few hours with a bid expected to be lodged.

De Jong could potentially be the next addition in what has turned into a very busy summer for new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly. Raheem Sterling and Kalidou Koulibaly have already been confirmed as new arrivals having joined from Manchester City and Napoli respectively.

Video of the day:

About the author

Paul Vegas

×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

  1. Go Ad-Free
  2. Faster site experience
  3. Support great writing
  4. Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free
×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free