Rio Ferdinand waxed lyrical when speaking about Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong — but did offer one tip to the Barcelona playmaker should he touch down in the Premier League.
In a long-running transfer saga, United are still trying to make De Jong their marquee signing this summer after completing swoops for Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez as part of their rebuild.
Yet De Jong remains with Barcelona as discussions over his proposed move continue. Despite reaching an agreement in principle for his signature, no further breakthrough has been made and De Jong headed to the United States with the Catalans for their pre-season tour.
His involvement there, though, has raised eyebrows; with De Jong featuring as a substitute at centre-back in his two summer appearances. READ MORE: Fans agree over bizarre De Jong decision United supporters reckon Barcelona are trying to send a message to De Jong over his future, while others suggest Xavi has simply wanted to try the Netherlands man out in a new role.
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