In what is seemly the clearest indication that Frenkie de Jong will be exiting Barcelona for Manchester United this summer, a new report from Spain has revealed that the Blaugrana have reached an agreement with the Dutchman's supposed successor. The Catalans have reported agreed $21.2M (€20M) deal to sign Valencia midfielder Carlos Soler to fill in occupy the vacancy that will be left after the sale of their talisman.
On Sunday, reports from Spain and the UK stated that both Barca and Manchester United have made a breakthrough in their talks about Frenkie de Jong. According to The Telegraph and Catalunya news outlet, Sports, a third bid from the Red Devils which amounts to $85M (£69M) plus add-ons, had been accepted by the La Liga club. Per the report, talks involving the Premier League club and De Jong's camp are also expected to be completed swiftly in the coming days.
Meanwhile, a fresh twist has been added to the development. As per AS, Barca are already focused on life after De Jong and have, as a result, had a bid for Carlos Soler accepted by La Liga rivals Valencia. According to the report, the player will be the direct replacement of the departing Netherlands international and will cost the club about $21.2M.
The Spanish midfielder will sign a four-year deal with Barça with the option to extend it by another year. The transfer is expected to be completed before June 30.
