Exit-linked midfielder excited to start project at Barcelona under Xavi

Frenkie de Jong is staring at an uncertain few days as both Chelsea and Manchester United look to prise him away from Barcelona this summer.

The Catalans themselves have made no real effort of keeping hold of the midfielder, knowing his sale could go a long way in boosting the club’s finances. However, de Jong has appeared rather determined to remain at Camp Nou, and greatly resisted attempts to lure him away from the club.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Chelsea are among the clubs determined to sign de Jong this summer. The Dutchman has become the dream signing for Thomas Tuchel as he looks to shore up his options in the middle of the park.

With N’Golo Kante and Jorginho heading into this thirties, a player like Frenkie de Jong could prove to be a valuable long-term investment for the Blues. However, as things stand, de Jong is not thinking about leaving Barcelona.

As a matter of fact, the Dutchman recently got engaged to his partner and is about to inaugurate his new house in Barcelona. The former Ajax starlet is not even aware of the interest from Chelsea FC, though he had been in talks with Manchester United in the past.

Although there has been a slight discussion over wages, the midfielder is looking forward to becoming a part of Xavi Hernandez’s setup. He believes he has what it takes to become the missing piece of the jigsaw, in Barça’s second line of press.

The Catalans have not appeared overly keen on signing a new midfielder either. It could be indicative of the club’s desire to keep the Dutchman at Camp Nou and build the midfield around him next season.