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Manchester United given green light to close Frenkie De Jong deal: report
Manchester United are going back in for long-term target Frenkie De Jong, after years of chasing the superstar
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Manchester United are back in for Frenkie De Jong. This time, it’s one hell of an offer.
The Dutchman has been linked with the Red Devils on and off ever since Erik ten Hag rocked up at Old Trafford. De Jong was a pivotal member of Ten Hag’s Ajax side, which reached the 2019 Champions League semi-finals – and ever since, the midfielder has been coveted by his former boss.
De Jong has never been quite convinced enough to leave Barcelona, however. Barça would reportedly ideally like the money – but with De Jong sitting on a lucrative contract, it’s difficult to shift the 27-year-old.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has always wanted to bring Frenkie De Jong to Old Trafford. (Image credit: Getty Images)
That might be about to change. According to TEAMtalk, citing reports in Spain, Barcelona are prepared to ‘greenlight’ De Jong’s long-anticipated Catalan departure.
Manchester United are said to have been so desperate to get this one over the line, meanwhile, that they’ve even offered Antony as a makeweight in the deal. Unsurprisingly, Barça are said to have rejected the opportunity to take the floundering Brazilian on-board, with Lamine Yamal their first-choice option on the right-wing.
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Though both clubs are keen on a deal in principle – with the La Liga outfit apparently open to a cut-price move of as little as £34 million, just to get De Jong off their wage list – there could still be a long way to go. Nothing has been agreed just yet.
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That goes for De Jong’s camp, too. In FourFourTwo’s view, this is a significant step in the saga as the case for United to sign the midfielder has been reopened – but nothing has changed from the player’s perspective. United will still have to offer extraordinary wages to De Jong and re-sell the project.
Manchester United winger Antony was offered as bait to sign De Jong (Image credit: Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
United may have a stronger hand this time, with Dutchman Joshua Zirkzee now in tow and a move for De Jong’s close friend Matthijs De Ligt said to be in the works. As far as we can see, however, there may be cheaper options available – not to mention more relevant profiles to sign, with the emergence of Kobbie Mainoo negating the urgency for such a No.8 in the Red Devils’ squad.
De Jong is worth €70m, according to Transfermarkt. His contract expires in 2026.
Joel Matip could make a huge transfer that inadvertently helps Manchester United. Elsewhere in the transfer market, a former star has been tipped to return, while Ten Hag has touted his latest Luke Shaw replacement.
Mark White is the Digital Content Editor at FourFourTwo. During his time on the brand, Mark has written three cover features on Mikel Arteta, Martin Odegaard and the Invincibles, and has written pieces on subjects ranging from Sir Bobby Robson’s time at Barcelona to the career of Robinho. An encyclopedia of football trivia and collector of shirts, he first joined the team back in 2020 as a staff writer.
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Breaking: Coaching Staff Under fire after Packers’ Loss
Breaking: Coaching Staff Under fire after Packers’ Loss
The Green Bay Packers never used to lose to the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field.
Now they haven’t beaten the Lions at Lambeau since Aaron Rodgers’ MVP season of 2021.
With their 24-10 victory on Sunday, Jared Goff became the first Detroit Lions quarterback to ever win three straight games at Lambeau.
Any time the Packers tried to make the game competitive on Sunday, they made another silly mistake.
There was not just one unit willing to make those mistakes, either. This was a team-wide failure, and the weekly Packers report card reflects it.
Pass Offense
No, Jordan Love was clearly not 100 percent healthy. His groin injury affected him throughout the first half.
That being said, once you step between the white lines, you have to play well.
That’s what the Packers were signing up for when they gave him $220 million this offseason.
To date, he has not been worth the extension.
Yes, there are some big plays. Love is as talented as anyone at quarterback. He can make plays that make you say “wow.”
The problem is, he makes a lot of plays that make you say “wow” in the other direction.
Sunday’s game was a prime example.
With the Packers trailing 10-3, Love threw another terrible interception that was returned for a touchdown. It was his second pick-six of the season. He has thrown at least one interception in all seven of his starts.
That’s something that can be overcome against middling teams, but it’s not winning football against the league’s elite.
While Love finished with 273 passing yards, a big chunk came after the game was decided.
His accuracy was spotty, and his decision-making might have been worse.
To be sure, the receivers did not help him out. Dontayvion Wicks had two more drops. Christian Watson misjudged a deep pass against one-on-one coverage. Romeo Doubs, Tucker Kraft, Bo Melton and Chris Brooks had drops.
It was parade of errors in the passing game, but it all comes back to the quarterback.
If Love was too hurt to play, he should have sat.
He didn’t, so there is no grading on a curve.
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How it went down as the Lions win big on rainy day in Green Bay
How it went down as the Lions win big on rainy day in Green Bay
No matter the opponent, the Lions keep winning big.
Today it was the Packers at a wet and rainy Lambeau Field, in a game that was expected to be one of Detroit’s toughest tests. But the game didn’t turn out that way.
The Lions jumped out to a 17-3 lead at halftime, expanded it to 24-3 on their first possession of the third quarter, and then took their foot off the gas for the rest of the second half and won 24-14.
The Packers actually out-gained the Lions by more than 100 total yards, but the Lions were in control throughout the game.
A major question facing the Packers is that Jordan Love continues to look like he’s struggling with his knee and groin injuries, and the Packers’ offense has actually played worse this season with Love in the lineup than it has with backup Malik Willis. The Packers need to get their offense fixed. At 6-3 they’re very much still contenders, but the way they’re playing right now isn’t good enough to beat the best teams in the league.
The Lions are playing well enough to beat anyone. At 7-1 they have the best record in the NFC, the inside track for home-field advantage and the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, and a great chance at the first Super Bowl in franchise history.
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Miami FL Quarterback Cam Ward Faces Disciplinary Issues: Coach Cristobal Confirms…
Miami FL Quarterback Cam Ward Faces Disciplinary Issues: Coach Cristobal Confirms…
Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward is facing disciplinary issues, confirmed by head coach Mario Cristobal.
The announcement came as a surprise to fans and analysts alike, as Ward has been one of the team’s key players this season, demonstrating both leadership and skill on the field.
However, Coach Cristobal addressed the situation in a press conference, stating that the team’s values and standards must be upheld, regardless of a player’s position or importance to the roster.
Cristobal did not disclose the specific details of Ward’s disciplinary issues but emphasized that the matter is being handled internally. “We hold our players to a high standard, both on and off the field,” Cristobal said. “Cam is a talented athlete with a lot of potential, but he, like every player, has to adhere to the principles that define our program. We believe in accountability, and that means holding everyone responsible for their actions.”
Ward’s situation has cast uncertainty over Miami’s quarterback lineup for the upcoming games. The Hurricanes are in a critical phase of their season, with challenging matchups ahead that will require focus and cohesion among players. If Ward faces suspension or reduced playing time, it could alter Miami’s offensive strategy, placing more pressure on backup quarterbacks to step up.
Despite the setback, Cristobal expressed confidence in his team’s ability to move forward. “We have depth in our roster, and everyone’s prepared to give their best effort,” he added. “It’s about resilience and sticking to our goals as a team.”
The news has generated mixed reactions from fans, with some praising Cristobal’s commitment to discipline, while others worry about the impact on the team’s season. Ward’s future with the Hurricanes remains unclear, and Miami fans will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds.
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