Bild reports that the Barça international is not the “best candidate” to join the Bavarian team because he is not a specific 6.
De Jong’s future outside of Barça is not so clear. One of his suitors, Bayern, is not convinced about the Dutchman’s signing, according to Bild. Max Eberl, sports director, and his team are preparing the change of squad for the summer, since it has been confirmed that Thomas Tuchel will not continue on the bench. However, one of the candidates for a long time, the culé midfielder, is not liked by the entire club’s technical office.
Recently there were rumors that Bayern could make a new attempt to take him in the summer, but Bild reports that the Barça international is not the “best candidate” to join the Bavarian team. According to the German newspaper, De Jong’s name was discussed internally but sports officials do not see the Dutchman as a true six. He is most comfortable as an inside midfielder, but Bayern don’t really need him there. “Bayern are not approaching De Jong,” Bild reports.
De Jong still has a contract with Barcelona until 2026. The Catalan team would still be willing to let the midfielder leave in the summer if they receive an attractive transfer fee of between €70 and €80 million. One of those who could undertake the operation, Bayern, is not so clear. And that aborts what could be a natural departure from Barcelona towards Munich.
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