What’s the latest news involving de Jong? Manchester United’s intention to lure de Jong away from Barcelona took another twist after the Catalan club’s president, Joan Laporta, revealed he has no intention of sanctioning the Dutchman’s departure. Having also claimed Manchester United are not the only side looking to strike a deal, Laporta suggested de Jong will have to take a pay cut in order to remain at the Nou Camp. The 25-year-old’s current Barcelona contract, which still has four years to run, is worth £164,000-per-week.

 What’s the latest news involving de Jong?

Manchester United’s intention to lure de Jong away from Barcelona took another twist after the Catalan club’s president, Joan Laporta, revealed he has no intention of sanctioning the Dutchman’s departure.

Having also claimed Manchester United are not the only side looking to strike a deal, Laporta suggested de Jong will have to take a pay cut in order to remain at the Nou Camp.

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