Manchester United’s interest in Frenkie de Jong continues to be a focal point during the summer transfer window. Erik ten Hag, who previously managed De Jong at Ajax, has been keen on bringing the Dutch midfielder to Old Trafford. Despite a previous failed attempt to sign De Jong from Barcelona for €80 million, Ten Hag’s interest remains strong.
Recent reports from Spanish outlet Nacional suggest that Ten Hag is considering a swap deal involving Antony to facilitate De Jong’s transfer. Antony, who thrived under Ten Hag at Ajax, has struggled to replicate his form in the Premier League, scoring only once in 29 league appearances last season.
However, Barcelona reportedly isn’t interested in Antony, as they are looking for a winger and already have strong options like Raphinha and Lamine Yamal. This means Manchester United will likely need to explore alternative strategies to secure De Jong.