PSG, the giant, determined to buy Barcelona's 'star player'

The French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain has officially sent its first offer to Barcelona to inquire about purchasing Frenkie de Jong, kicking off the most sensational transfer deal of the summer of 2026.

The future of Frenkie de Jong once again becomes the focal point shaking the European transfer market. After several seasons resisting offers from the English Premier League, the Dutch midfielder now faces a strong attraction from the Parc des Princes stadium. Under the guidance of coach Luis Enrique, PSG has identified De Jong as the ultimate target to elevate their midfield to a new level.

The main driving force behind this deal is none other than Luis Enrique. The Spanish strategist believes Frenkie de Jong is the "perfect missing piece" in his tactical setup. With his elite ability to escape pressure, his skill in controlling the tempo, and his sharp tactical vision, De Jong is expected to become the new master of Paris's midfield.

To materialize this ambition, PSG has taken the first step by placing a figure of 55 million euros on the negotiation table. This is seen as an "opening bid" to trigger formal discussions between the two clubs. However, in Paris, the club's top brass understands that this amount is still insufficient to persuade the Catalan giant to release the player.

On FC Barcelona's side, their stance remains very clear: Frenkie de Jong is a major asset and is not to be sold at any price. The Camp Nou-based club asserts it will not accept any offer below 70 million euros. Despite facing financial pressures, Barcelona still highly values the experience and influence of the 28-year-old midfielder in the club's long-term sporting project.

The current 15 million euro gap between PSG's offer and Barcelona's demand is the knot that needs to be untied. Close sources indicate negotiations are ongoing, and PSG is ready to improve the figure or add attractive bonus clauses to satisfy their counterpart.

The final decision now largely depends on Frenkie de Jong's personal attitude. His willingness to move to Paris will be the "key" to accelerating the deal's progress. If De Jong agrees, Barcelona might consider parting with this star to reinvest in other positions within the squad.