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Manchester United are closing in on finally wrapping up a deal for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong with talks progressing... as a basic £55m fee is discussed with bonuses taking the package to £68m

Manchester United are closing in on an agreement with Barcelona to sign midfielder Frenkie de Jong after a breakthrough in negotiations.

The former Ajax star has been one of United's top transfer priorities this summer - with boss Erik ten Hag keen to be reunited with his former player at Old Trafford.

With the two clubs locked in lengthy negotiations over a deal worth £68million, Sportsmail can reveal that discussions are progressing positively for United.

Manchester United are progressing in discussions with Barcelona over Frenkie de Jong

Manchester United are progressing in discussions with Barcelona over Frenkie de Jong

A basic £55m fee has been discussed with bonuses up to around £68m.