When De Jong chose to reduce his salary to stay, Manchester United s midfield reconstruction plan was forced to turn to Plan B

Manchester United's plan to strengthen the midfield has suffered another major blow. Frankie DeJong, the "Dream Lover" they have been thinking about for many years, finally chose to stay in Barcelona.

The End of Dreams

After a long tug-of-war, De Jong has agreed to renew his contract with Barcelona until 2029. The new contract also put an end to the transfer "soap opera" that lasted for several years, which made Manchester United fans feel frustrated.

Former Manchester United scout Mick Brown explained why the club was so obsessed with him: "As early as the Ajax era, Manchester United had been inspecting him, but in the end he chose Barcelona. Since then, Manchester United has tried to sign him many times. He is a very good player, so it is not surprising that the club will pay attention to him again."

The price of loyalty

Barcelona's determination to retain the core of the midfield was finally rewarded. It is reported that in order to continue to be a key member of Flick's plan, the Dutch international even accepted a salary cut and renewal.

Rejecting generous quotes from the Premier League by cutting salaries is almost the most decisive declaration of loyalty that De Jong can make. This decision also completely dispelled all speculations about his possible transfer.

The helplessness of fans

For many Manchester United fans, this news has brought complicated emotions.

On the one hand, everyone admires De Jong's loyalty to Barcelona. But on the other hand, this long-lasting pursuit that never succeeds is also boring and helpless. Fans will question why the club has to devote so much energy to a player who is almost impossible to leave Barcelona?

Everyone understands Amorin and the signing team's desire for top midfielders, but what they want to see is that the club can decisively pursue those players who really want to join and take pride in wearing the Red Devils jersey.

forced to turn to

Now, with the renewal of De Jong, Manchester United's midfield reconstruction work must turn to a new goal. Baleba and Walton, who were previously associated with the club, will once again become the focus of the signing list.

De Jong's "story" has been completed. For Manchester United, now, it's time to start a new chapter.