Arsenal "spends 75 million Euros", determined to recruit De Jong

Coach Mikel Arteta sees De Jong as an important piece to strengthen the midfield for the "Gunners".

According to Fichajes, Barcelona are in financial trouble and an attractive offer could make them consider selling De Jong. Although the Dutch midfielder's contract runs until 2026, no talks of an extension have taken place.

Liverpool are also said to be interested in De Jong, but Arsenal are the most aggressive team at the moment. Mikel Arteta wants a player who can control the ball, pass the ball and dictate the tempo of the game.

However, signing De Jong is not an easy task. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick sees him as an important part of the team's long-term plans. Barcelona may not want to lose one of their key midfielders, even if they are struggling financially.

According to Marca, Barcelona have yet to reach an agreement to extend De Jong's contract and negotiations have been postponed until the end of the 2024/25 season.

With Arsenal ready to make a lucrative offer, the possibility of De Jong joining the Premier League is still open. Barcelona will have to carefully consider whether to keep the mainstay or take advantage of the opportunity to improve the club's financial situation.