5 top January 2019 transfer targets

Chelsea FC v Fulham FC - Premier League
Chelsea FC v Fulham FC - Premier League

#4 Frenkie De Jong

Ajax v Royal Standard de Liege - UEFA Champions League third-round qualifying match
Ajax v Royal Standard de Liege - UEFA Champions League third-round qualifying match

The 21-year-old Dutch metronome has been impressive at Johan Cruyff Arena this season and a move to one of Europe's heavyweights beckons. De Jong's play has been so impressive that former Barcelona great, Xavi stated that his playing style mimics that of Sergio Busquets and that Barcelona must make him their top transfer target.

De Jong's passing ability makes him ideal for a possession-heavy team, but his dribbling ability through the middle is something very few midfielders possesses.

The continent's best teams in Barcelona, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain have been tracking him, with a forthcoming bid imminent. Manchester City seem to be leading the race with Guardiola convinced he is the answer to their midfield deficiencies.

Reports suggest that a bid of £61 million pounds has been placed by the English Champions and a January deal looks highly plausible.

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