The Red Devils are in need of a massive rebuild after they finished sixth last season, registering their lowest Premier League points tally (58). So far, they have only signed left-back Tyrell Malacia, centre-back Lisandro Martinez and midfielder Christian Eriksen.
De Jong, who has four years left in his current deal at the Camp Nou, has been touted as a priority signing for United boss Erik ten Hag for a while. However, the near four-month-long pursuit has been unsuccessful, as the 25-year-old wants to stay at the club.
Speaking on his YouTube channel FIVE, Ferdinand vented his frustration about Manchester United’s recruitment process. He said:
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De Jong, who arrived in Spain from Ajax for €101 million in the summer of 2019, has featured in 139 games for the Blaugrana across competitions, registering 13 goals and 17 assists.
Manchester United legend rants about transfer target Adrien Rabiot
Speaking on the club’s television channel, former Manchester United player Lou Macari voiced his opinion on his former club’s pursuit of Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot. He said (via Manchester Evening News):
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United have reached a €17 million agreement for Rabiot with the Bianconeri. To finalise personal terms, club director John Murtough is set to meet the player’s mother and agent Veronique Rabiot in Turin in the coming days.
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