BREAKING NEWS: “I turned down huge offers from PSG and Liverpool because of one specific player at Manchester United.
He has never stopped pushing me to join ever since our days at Ajax,” Frankie de Jong reportedly revealed, sending shockwaves through the football world as rumours intensify about his potential January move to Old Trafford.
The Dutch midfielder—long admired for his grace on the ball, intelligent positioning, and unmatched ability to control the rhythm of a match is once again at the centre of a major transfer storm.
After years of speculation linking him to Manchester United, it now appears that the long-awaited move may finally happen.
What has stunned fans even more is his claim that a certain United star has been constantly urging him to make the switch, influencing his decision to reject massive contract proposals from both PSG and Liverpool.
De Jong originally burst onto the global stage during his remarkable rise at Ajax, where his technical brilliance and tactical maturity made him one of Europe’s most sought-after young talents. His 2019 move to Barcelona was expected to usher in a new era for the club.
However, with Barcelona’s persistent financial troubles, the club has been forced to consider offloading high-value players to stabilize their economic situation—and de Jong’s name has repeatedly surfaced on that list.
Manchester United, under Erik ten Hag, have remained determined to bring de Jong into their midfield. Ten Hag’s admiration for the midfielder is no secret; he coached de Jong during their memorable time at Ajax, where the Dutchman flourished under the manager’s guidance.
The prospect of a reunion has excited United supporters for several transfer windows, and this time, the deal feels closer than ever.
As discussions between Barcelona and Manchester United continue, financial negotiations have taken centre stage.
Barcelona are believed to be willing to accept a sizeable fee in order to reduce their wage bill and meet La Liga’s strict financial guidelines.
For United, signing a world-class midfielder like de Jong is seen as a calculated investment—one that could dramatically strengthen their squad, add creativity and control to their midfield, and help the club push for higher league finishes.
Although nothing official has been announced, the momentum surrounding the transfer has grown rapidly.
Analysts, fans, and insiders are buzzing with anticipation, debating how de Jong would fit into Ten Hag’s system and whether his arrival could become the turning point Manchester United desperately needs.
If the move becomes a reality, it would not only reshape United’s midfield but also give de Jong the chance to thrive once again under a coach who understands his style perfectly.
As the January window approaches, all eyes remain on Barcelona, United, and the Dutch maestro himself—waiting to see how this high-profile saga finally concludes.
