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Barcelona 'are ready to cash in on midfield star Frenkie de Jong for £75m with Manchester City a possible destination' as the cash-strapped Catalans look to raise funds in the January transfer window

Barcelona are ready to let Frenkie de Jong leave the Nou Camp for £75m in January, with Manchester City a possible destination, according to reports.

The LaLiga giants are hoping to rebuild from the rubble under new boss Xavi but are in a dire situation financially so they could be forced to push through player sales before they can bring in fresh recruits - with the coach keen to revamp the squad.

And De Jong could be the first player out the door to raise funds, as reported by Spanish TV channel El Chiringuito, with Barcelona believing he represents their strongest chance of raking in the most money.