Fichajes reports that Barcelona player Frenkie de Jong has become a key target for three of the Premier League’s biggest clubs—Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City—as they look to strengthen their midfields for the 2025/26 season. The Dutch midfielder has caught the attention of all three, with each club viewing him as a crucial addition to their squad.
Liverpool, under new manager Arne Slot, wants to build a dynamic midfield around De Jong, alongside Mac Allister and Szoboszlai. The aim is to create a midfield that combines control with verticality. Arsenal, led by Mikel Arteta, sees De Jong as the perfect partner for Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard, bringing intelligence and security to their ball progression. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola at Manchester City is hoping to pair De Jong with Rodri in a double pivot to maintain the club’s dominance in both England and Europe.
Despite De Jong’s current contract with Barcelona running until 2026, the Catalan club’s financial struggles and stalled contract talks have made the possibility of a sale much more likely than it was a year ago. While De Jong has expressed comfort at Barcelona, the club’s situation forces him to consider his options.
With strong interest from top English clubs and a high market value, De Jong’s future is uncertain. If Barcelona is unable to resolve its financial situation and convince him to stay, his next destination could well be in the Premier League.