Manchester United end interest in Chelsea target - Reports × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Gaming Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout Football EPL 2022-23 Rumors Manchester United end interest in Chelsea target - Reports By Gautham Unni Modified 21 Aug 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Manchester United were interested in Chelsea target Frenkie de Jong According to The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell, Manchester United have reportedly ended their long-term interest in FC Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong. Both Manchester United and their Premier League rivals Chelsea have been linked with the Dutchman for over a month now, with several factors seemingly preventing the deal from reaching fruition. De Jong is arguably one of the world's best young midfielders and was closely tracked by both the United and Chelsea boards until very recently. Chelsea's interest in the player is comparatively recent, but has also gathered steam over the past couple of weeks. Reshad Rahman @ReshadRahman_() JUST IN: United’s pursuit for De Jong now seen as *over*. @lauriewhitwell #Transfers 5878281() JUST IN: United’s pursuit for De Jong now seen as *over*. @lauriewhitwell #Transfers De Jong signed for FC Barcelona from Ajax in 2019 for a reported €75 million. In the three years since, De Jong's career has arguably stalled. The midfielder is yet to develop into the centerpiece of the squad, something that was expected of him at the time of signing. United's bid for the player of £63 million plus add-ons was reportedly accepted by Barcelona but has since expired as the player part of the agreement failed to come to fruition. Several factors, including the player's personal situation and United's lack of Champions League football, resulted in the deal ultimately falling through. De Jong is only 25 and is still seen by many as one of the highest potential midfielders in world football. With Barcelona showing the world that they mean business in this transfer window, it looks likely that De Jong will have a crucial role to play in the club's success. Manchester United confirm agreement for Casemiro signing from Real Madrid Juventus v Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League Final According to The Athletic, the Red Devils have confirmed an agreement with Real Madrid to sign Brazilian midfielder Casemiro. The 30-year-old was linked with Manchester United earlier this week, with both boards seemingly working overtime to get the deal over the line in record time. It is no secret that Manchester United desperately need strengthening in their defensive midfield position, with the likes of Fred and Scott McTominay not up to the task so far this season. Laurie Whitwell@lauriewhitwellOfficial: Manchester United reach full agreement with Real Madrid over Casemiro.Fee £60m + £10m, contract 4 years + 1. Wages in region of De Gea, who’s on £375k pw, but affected significantly by Champions League.theathletic.com/3522515/2022/0…#MUFC1905231Official: Manchester United reach full agreement with Real Madrid over Casemiro.Fee £60m + £10m, contract 4 years + 1. Wages in region of De Gea, who’s on £375k pw, but affected significantly by Champions League.theathletic.com/3522515/2022/0…#MUFC Casemiro is one of the most decorated midfielders in club football history. Since signing for Real Madrid in 2013, Casemiro has won three La Liga titles and a record five UEFA Champions League titles to boot. There is no doubt United are getting one of the world's best players in their position with the signing of Casemiro. Paul Merson predicts Arsenal vs Liverpool and other EPL GW 10 fixtures! Click here Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Diptanil Roy × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? 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