The Barcelona transfer battles that could make or break Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea recruitment plan
Chelsea's summer tussle with Barcelona looks set to continue on two fronts as the pair battle for the signature of star wingers.
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Former Manchester United star praises club for handling of Frenkie de Jong transfer saga
Former Manchester United winger Lee Sharpe has praised the club for their handling of the ongoing Frenkie de Jong transfer saga.
Frenkie de Jong Not For Sale: Barcelona President Joan Laporta
Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Wednesday that Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong is not for sale despite rumours of a departure to the Premier League. De Jong "is a Barca player and unless we have a need or interest in selling him, we don't want to sell him," Laporta said as the club unveiled new signing Franck Kessie. "We know he has offers. If at some moment we were interested, we would consider it, but right now, we're not selling the player," Laporta insisted. De Jong, 25, has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United and a reunion with former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag, who is preparing for his first season at Old Trafford.
Laporta: Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong is not for sale
Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Wednesday that Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong is not for sale despite rumours of a departure to the Premier League.
Frenkie de Jong not for sale, says Barcelona chief Laporta
Joan Laporta said Wednesday that Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong is not for sale despite rumours of a departure to the Premier League. De Jong "is a Barca player and unless we have a need or interest in selling him, we don't want to sell him," Laporta said as the club unveiled new signing Franck Kessie. "We know he has offers.
Barcelona chief responds to Man Utd's defiant Frenkie de Jong transfer pursuit
Barcelona president Joan Laporta maintains that Frenkie De Jong is not for sale despite Manchester United 's relentless pursuit.
'Big one' - Sky reporter now issues big Man United transfer update 'despite' comments
Dharmesh Sheth has made an interesting claim on the Transfer Talk show about Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong.
Kessie says playing for Xavi was key factor in decision to join Barcelona
Xavi Hernandez was crucial in his decision to join Barcelona on a free transfer after leaving AC Milan. "When a great coach like him calls you, you see that all your efforts are worth it," Kessie told a news conference on Wednesday after signing a contract until June 2026. "I am very happy to be part of this family and this great club. I really want to meet my team mates and coaching staff and start working right away."