Manchester United chiefs Richard Arnold and John Murtough have arrived in Barcelona and are trying to get a deal wrapped up for Frenkie de Jong.United have been in talks with the Catalans for weeks over De Jong, who is manager Erik ten Hag’s top summer transfer target.While an initial fee of £56 million has reportedly been agreed, the transfer appears to be some way off being completed, with Barca still owing the player £17 million in deferred wages.United are still...

Manchester United are close to agreeing a deal for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, according to Sky Sports.It is believed the clubs have a “broad agreement” on the fee, believed to be €65m (£56m) plus performance-related add-ons.Discussions will continue over the finer details of the transfer.However, there is increased confidence a deal can be struck, while personal terms are not expected to be a problem.De Jong has four years left on his current Barca contra...

Barcelona are trying to include Manchester United’s Harry Maguire in the deal for Frenkie de Jong, the UK Sun reports.United and Barcelona remain locked in negotiations for de Jong, with Erik ten Hag making the midfielder his top transfer target this summer.However, Barca have asked for Maguire to be part of the deal.United, however, rejected that request with the club and are now close to agreeing on a straight cash deal worth £69 million.A number of defenders have...