Man Utd's latest transfer setback sees Ajax hold them to ransom over £70m Antony

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Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to raid his former club to land Brazil international Antony as he looks to rebuild his team ahead of the new season.But Ajax are holding out for up to £70m and have told United the fee is not negotiable.Ajax's huge valuation has now thrown a possible deal into doubt as Ten Hag continues to suffer frustration in his attempts to make new signings.

Ten Hag has also failed to lure Antony's Ajax team-mate Jurrien Timber to Old Trafford after he made it clear he wants to remain with the Dutch club, while free agent Christian Eriksen is still deciding whether to take up an offer to move to Manchester. READ MORE: Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez sends fans wild with busty tan lines But United are growing more confident of striking a deal with Barcelona for Frenkie de Jong.

United believe Barca will accept a bid of around £68m, with them paying £55m up front and a further £13m in add-ons.United bosses fear their desperation to make summer signings is seeing rival clubs look to exploit the situation by holding out for as much money as possible. Where will Manchester United finish in the Premier League table this season?

Tell us in the comments section Eriksen, meanwhile, is said to be waiting to see the calibre of players United sign before making a decision on his future.The Danish international is available as a free agent after his short-term deal with Brentford expired and has a host of rival offers on the table.Ten Hag met his new squad for the first time on Monday (June 27) when the players reported back for pre-season training.But supporters are becoming increasingly angry at the fact United have still failed to bring in new talent following what was their worst.