Manchester City want to sign Ajax and Holland star Frenkie de Jong next summer. City have watched De Jong extensively but will face competition for one of the finest young talents in European football. Manchester City are keen to recruit Holland star Frenkie De Jong, 21, from Ajax this summerBarcelona have also made checks on the 21-year-old Dutchman, with club legend Xavi having compared him to Sergio Busquets. City are not looking at signing a midfielder in January, although that could change if Guardiola is hit by more injuries. City have watched 21-year-old De Jong but may face competition from La Liga side BarcelonaDe Jong has stressed he would like to see out the full season with Ajax.

Source: Daily Mail October 19, 2018 21:22 UTC