Manchester United manager will try to convince Barcelona superstar to jump ship this summer

A recent report from Manchester Evening News has offered an update on Manchester United’s policies in the upcoming summer transfer window.

The club’s manager Erik ten Hag, coming on the back of fresh success in the EFL Cup, is looking to reinforce his options in the middle of the park. As per the report, the Dutchman is open to a second pursuit of Frenkie de Jong.

Man United were notably involved in the race to sign the Dutchman last summer. Having managed him at Ajax, ten Hag was well aware of his abilities and tried hard to convince the player to move to Old Trafford.

But despite their efforts, de Jong ended up remaining in Barcelona. He was keen on prolonging his stay at Camp Nou.

Ten Hag, though, is ready to reignite his interest in de Jong as part of his plans to reinforce the ranks in the midfield department. The club have had substantial success with the signing of Casemiro in the summer and they seek to further strengthen the ranks with the addition of de Jong.

However, luring the Dutchman away from Barcelona will once again be a challenge. While the former Ajax starlet was not a wanted man at Barça in the summer, the player has gone on to become one of Xavi’s most crucial components in the midfield department this season.

With Sergio Busquets possibly leaving at the end of the season, Barcelona should look to keep hold of de Jong for the long term. Manchester United, though, are banking on Barça’s poor economic situation and might look to tempt the Catalans with a lucrative offer in the coming summer.

In addition to de Jong, ten Hag is also open to making a move for Jude Bellingham, but they are set to face stiff competition from Real Madrid.