De Jong’s favourite move is basically the inverse of Xavi’s “pelopina”. He’ll receive the ball like he’s about to turn to his left, the more natural direction for a right-footed passer.

De Jong was not a traditional, tackling holding midfielder in his final season in his native Netherlands but was a ferocious member of the counter-press. In the difficult occasions where teams ...

Casemiro joined United from Real Madrid in the summer window when it came apparent that de Jong wouldn’t make the move to the Premier PINC -1.5% League, but the Brazilian is a different sort of ...

There is still a feeling of consternation at Willem II that De Jong slipped through the net so soon. He was an outstanding player, promising enough to make his first-team debut as a 17-year-old in ...

Manchester United are still interested in Frenkie de Jong and Jude Bellingham, two midfielders the club have tried to sign in the past two years. Erik ten Hag is a big admirer of both players and ...

The 28-year-old De Jong returns to Pittsburgh after spending the duration of the 2021 season at the Triple-A and Major League levels for the team.

Manchester United have sent a delegation to Barcelona to hold face-to-face talks with Barcelona over the signing of Frenkie de Jong. Richard Arnold, the chief executive officer, and director of ...

De Jong and those around him are well aware of the situation. Back in December, his father John told Dutch publication AD that: “I know that Barcelona need money and a big offer for Frenkie ...

Chelsea have offered Brighton & Hove Albion in excess of £50million for left-back Marc Cucurella and are also in direct talks with Barcelona to sign midfielder Frenkie de Jong, The Athletic ...

Frenkie de Jong has admitted he is ‘flattered’ by Manchester United’s interest — but insists he is happy at Barcelona. The 25-year-old is believed to be the club’s top midfield priority ...

The latest chapter in the Barcelona-Frenkie de Jong saga reportedly involves the threat of legal action and claims of extortion. According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Barcelona has told de ...