Man Utd now 'really close to agreement' for £73m star at Old Trafford

Manchester United are ‘really close to an agreement’ and edging towards succeeding in their bid to lure Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong to Old Trafford, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.

Erik ten Hag, fresh from being appointed as the Red Devils’ new boss at the conclusion of last season, is looking to freshen up his squad ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Romano has revealed Manchester United have agreed a fixed fee with Barcelona but are still discussing the add-ons structure which would see the deal for de Jong end up being worth £73million.

It is understood that the Red Devils have yet to discuss personal terms with the central midfielder, whose preference is to remain with his current employers rather than heading to Old Trafford.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has insisted he has no intention of sanctioning de Jong’s departure but has suggested the Dutchman will have to take a pay cut in order to remain at the Nou Camp.

The 25-year-old’s current Barcelona deal, which still has four years to run, is worth £164,000-per-week.

However, Manchester United have potentially been boosted in their pursuit as Romano has previously told GIVEMESPORT that de Jong is not interested in discussing a wage decrease.

Romano has hinted Barcelona may be forced into doing a deal for de Jong as they have been unable to negotiate fresh terms with the 44-cap Netherlands international.

The transfer guru believes Manchester United are on the brink of getting their man, with the add-ons proving to be the only obstacle at present.

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Romano told GIVEMESPORT: “The salary has always been the biggest issue for Barcelona.

“What’s going on is there is a negotiation between