I refuse to believe De Jong is that dumb. A talent like him could get the whole package, top salary, one of the greatest clubs, top league, 98.000 people who get to watch him play, follow the footsteps of his idol, Cruyff, El Clasico at least twice a season guaranteed...
Don't get agitated by each and any tweet that comes up at the minutes.
Both sides are saying the player has their preference and maybe they are both saying the truth. I mean, his agent is maybe saying that to all the different parties involved to get the better deal possible.
Only reliable information will be from the official clubs or his agent or the player himself.
Also, the press from netherlands is quite quiet for such a sensible topic (and they shouldn't be biaised for any club, be it City, Barça or PSG). I guess negociations are fierce and they don"t want to talk before things get done.
So yeah, so far, nothing new.