Key figures from the Barcelona board are believed to have flown to Amsterdam, with the intention of wrestling Ajax starlet Frenkie de Jong from the grasp of his current suitors, Paris Saint-Germain.
The 21-year-old is one of the most coveted footballers in Europe, with his mature midfield displays capturing the attention of a host of elite clubs. While the likes of Barcelona and Manchester City were believed to be the initial frontrunners to sign the youngster, Paris Saint-Germain have recently emerged as the odds-on favourites to seal the deal.
However, with the January transfer window now in full swing, a crack team comprised of Barça's board members have flown to the Dutch capital in a bid to lure De Jong to the Camp Nou.