Barcelona are still battling to convince Frenkie de Jong into accepting lower wages.
Barca remain in financial difficulty and are trying to cut costs where they can.
Barcelona owe the Dutchman wages from a deferment agreement but are reluctant to pay out, says AS.
De Jong's current deal lasts until 2026 and the player is determined not to bend to his employers' demands after feeling irked by their attempts to force him into a reduced salary.
He was Erik ten Hag's primary summer target and Manchestr United will hope this latest update can open another window of opportunity.
