Manchester United's chances of signing Frenkie De Jong this summer look bleak after the Dutch midfielder expressed a desire to remain at Barcelona.

The 26-year-old has been linked with his former Ajax manager Erik ten Hag at United for a possible reunion but says he's committed to Barcelona despite coming off a difficult season in Spain.

"I prefer to stay with Barcelona," De Jong told ESPN.

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"Barcelona is just my dream club. Also from a young age. I just said it too. I've never regretted my choice despite the fact that I had hoped for more in terms of prizes than I've achieved so far. But I have never regretted my choice."