Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag wants the club to settle Frenkie de Jong transfer as he sees the midfielder as the key player in the style revolution he intends to bring to Old Trafford.

The Dutch tactician desires to see the bulk of transfer budget directed at De Jong, rather than spending it on unimportant players.

The manager wants the deal to be wrapped up before any other addition, with Barcelona demanding £69million, with United offering £56m.

Manchester United are said to be preparing an improved bid for the midfielder believing that Barcelona will accept the offer to ease their financial stress.