Barcelona sets 50 million euro price tag for Frenkie de Jong

Barcelona has officially set a transfer fee of 50 million euros for midfielder Frenkie de Jong, aiming to finalize a deal during the upcoming January transfer window. The move is part of the Spanish club's strategic effort to stabilize its financial position by offloading the 29-year-old player, who is reportedly no longer part of manager Hansi Flick’s long-term plans.

Chelsea has emerged as the primary target for this transfer, with negotiations currently ongoing. Reports indicate that de Jong is open to the possibility of a move to England. While the player is under contract with Barcelona until the summer of 2029, the club is actively pushing for a sale to alleviate budgetary pressures. Chelsea is presently evaluating whether to meet the 50 million euro valuation to secure the services of the Dutch international.

The situation remains in a state of active negotiation, with both parties assessing the feasibility of the transfer. No final agreement has been reached yet, as Chelsea continues to weigh the financial demands against their current squad requirements.