French League champions Paris Saint Germain are reportedly interested in signing Ajax Amsterdam's star Frenkie de Jong.
The 21-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked with a move to join Barcelona and Manchester United this summer.
Tottenham are also said to be interested in signing the £50 million rated Dutch international according to SunSport.
The Red Devils were believed to have sent their representatives to watch him while in action for Holland against France earlier this month as Jose Mourinho said to be a keen admirer.
However, SunSport quoting Mundo Deportivo claims PSG have jumped in the chase to sign the youngster in January to thwart their rivals' intentions.
Coach Thomas Tuchel is looking to sign a central midfielder, and has identified de Jong as the perfect candidate.
The former Borussia Dortmund boss has been fielding Marquinhos as a makeshift midfielder, but could dip into the transfer market to bolster his squad as PSG look to win the Champions League for the first time.
But United are determined not to lose out on the youngster following a low-key summer of spending.
An Old Trafford source said: "The club decided to take a look at him as they have been getting rave reviews from elsewhere .
"Jose and the staff like the look of him. He can play in a few different roles and he looks comfortable wherever, which is a big plus .
"The scouts were already sure he is the real deal but his display against France only intensified that belief even further .
"He is a top class talent and it is clear to see why so many of the big teams in the Premier League and around Europe want him. "
De Jong has featured in 12 games in all competitions for Ajax this season, as the Dutch club sit second in the table.
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