Coach Erik ten Hag is asking Manchester United (Man Utd) to register to recruit midfielder Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona for a price of 60 million euros. This is not a surprising move, because Ten Hag has pursued De Jong for the past two years, and he highly appreciates the player’s talent.

Frenkie de Jong, 27, is considered one of the best midfielders today. However, his position at Barcelona is struggling under the leadership of coach Hansi Flick. Up to this point of the season, De Jong has only made two appearances for Barcelona, ​​with one in La Liga and one in the Champions League, playing a total of only 24 minutes of play. This makes the possibility of Man Utd completing this deal in the January transfer window more feasible.

Although he is under contract with Barcelona until the summer of 2026, the current situation could be an opportunity for Man Utd. Manchester United have been investing heavily in quality signings in recent years, and signing De Jong would be a strategic move to strengthen their midfield.

Ten Hag knows De Jong well from their time together at Ajax. They have enjoyed great success together, and Ten Hag believes De Jong will be key to the style of play he is building at Man Utd. Not only is De Jong technically sound, he also has excellent reading of the game and ball distribution, which is essential for a team that wants to compete in both the Premier League and Champions League.

With Man Utd needing to strengthen their squad, having a player like De Jong would not only improve their performance but also create strong competition within the team. Furthermore, De Jong can combine well with other players in the team, thereby improving the quality of the team’s play.

Currently, De Jong is valued at around 60 million euros by Transfermarkt. This is a reasonable price considering the player’s potential and experience. Although Barcelona may not easily lose a talented player like De Jong, if he continues to be underused, the possibility of leaving is possible.

De Jong’s situation at Barcelona may be the deciding factor in this deal. If he cannot find a regular place in the squad, a transfer may become a reasonable solution for both parties. Man Utd will need to quickly make an official offer and convince De Jong about the move to Old Trafford.

Finally, De Jong’s return under Ten Hag’s guidance could be a big boost for both the player and the team. With his talent and experience, De Jong will certainly contribute to bringing Man Utd back to a competitive position with the top teams in Europe. This not only brings professional benefits but also helps Man Utd restore the image of a big club in world football.