Why Barcelona want to sell Frenkie De Jong?

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Frenkie de Jong is being pushed out of the club this summer as the Catalans struggle to cope with their financial situation.

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Barcelona have asked Frenkie de Jong to lower his salary by half if he wants to remain at the club.

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The Dutch midfielder has been heavily linked with Manchester United and the Red Devils are waiting on his decision.

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United manager Erik ten Hag is keen to reunite with his former Ajax player at Old Trafford.

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However, the midfielder wants to stay on at the Camp Nou, but Barcelona want him to take a significant pay cut for that.

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The 25-year-old currently takes home €10 million a year, which is unsustainable for the club right now as they aim to reduce their wage bill.

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Barcelona are in poor financial shape right now and want to sell De Jong, as it would help them ease their wage bill.

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