Barcelona Threatens to Sideline Frenkie de Jong Amid Contract Standoff
Barcelona's management is pressuring Frenkie de Jong to either renew his contract or face exclusion from the squad, as tensions rise over his future at the club.
Frenkie de Jong's tenure at Barcelona has been fraught with challenges and uncertainties in recent seasons, and the coming months appear poised to continue this trend. The club has made multiple attempts to transfer the Dutch midfielder, even reaching an agreement with Manchester United, only to be thwarted by de Jong's refusal to leave. A significant dip in his performance following an injury last season has further eroded the confidence of coach Hansi Flick, leading to de Jong's inclusion on Barcelona's transfer list.
Despite previously offering de Jong a contract extension, the club has yet to receive a response. According to reports from journalist Fernando Polo, Barcelona is now adopting a firmer stance: if de Jong does not agree to a renewal, the club intends to sell him in the upcoming summer transfer window to avoid losing him on a free transfer in 2026. The club hopes to secure at least €20 million from his sale.
Should de Jong resist both renewing his contract and departing next summer, Barcelona's management is prepared to take drastic measures, including excluding him from the squad. This scenario could severely impact de Jong, especially with the forthcoming World Cup, as lack of playing time might jeopardize his selection for the Dutch national team.
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