The sale that is becoming clearer at Barcelona

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18/01/25 21:00:00

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The future of Frenkie de Jong at Barcelona appears increasingly uncertain. Despite being essentially available, the Dutch midfielder has not been part of Hansi Flick's plans in recent matches, not even as an option for substitutions. In games against Leganés and Atlético de Madrid, Flick used all substitutions without even considering De Jong. Even Eric García, a defender occasionally deployed in midfield, has received more minutes than the Dutch player.

Signs that something is amiss are clear. The performance of the former Ajax player has been lacking in crucial matches. Against Betis, he conceded an unnecessary penalty on Vitor Roque, and his pace against Borussia Dortmund fell short of the required level. Adding to this is the shadow of a lengthy ankle injury recovery that may have affected both his confidence and performance.

A promise that has yet to fully blossom at Barcelona

Since arriving at the club as one of European football's top prospects, De Jong has not solidified as the key piece expected of him. Although he performed well under Ronald Koeman, his impact has gradually waned. This is compounded by an underlying conflict with the club over his high salary, a financial issue for an institution still trying to stabilize its finances.

As reported by the newspaper AS, with a contract until 2026 and no intention to renegotiate for less, all signs point to his cycle at Barcelona coming to an end. Hansi Flick has made it clear that discipline and commitment are non-negotiable, and if the coach senses a lack of attitude, the player will be sidelined. In this context, his departure seems like a matter of time.

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