De Jong is understood to be keen to leave Ajax after three years at the club
And his father has previously confirmed that Barca would be his preferred option.
"You have to decide,” he said.
“He is a very intelligent boy, and he will make his decision in the spring.
Frenkie de Jong has reportedly agreed to join Barcelona (Image: GETTY)
“There is a 95 per cent chance of leaving Ajax, and Barca would be the best decision.”
De Jong, 21, has made 15 appearances in the Eredivisie this season, scoring four goals.
He has won five caps for Holland since making his international debut earlier this year.
De Jong’s appearances in the Champions League have also caught the eye as he has helped this season’s surprise package to the last 16 of the competition where they will face Real Madrid.
De Jong is one of the most sought-after players in Europe (Image: GETTY)
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Matthijs de Ligt has also been linked with a move away from Ajax (Image: GETTY)
They risk losing a host of key players after their impressive run, with De Jong’s team-mate Matthijs deLigtalso attracting interest.
The 19-year-oldcentre-backhas also been linked with a switch to the Nou Camp, although they are reportedly not keen on enter8hg a bidding war.