Man Utd and Chelsea stance revealed amid January links with 29-year-old La Liga star
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27-second readManchester United and Chelsea are unlikely to pursue a move for Frenkie de Jong in the January transfer window, despite links to the Barcelona midfielder.
According to a TEAMtalk report, sources have downplayed the prospect of the Dutch international moving to the Premier League, with his ongoing injury problems emerging as a major concern for potential suitors.
The 29-year-old has been recovering from a medial collateral ligament injury in his right knee, sustained during the 2026 World Cup. He has yet to appear for Barcelona this season, raising questions about his fitness and long-term future at the Spanish club.
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Manchester United and Chelsea are unlikely to pursue a move for Frenkie de Jong in the January transfer window, despite links to the Barcelona midfielder.
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