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Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is again within the Netherlands squad after Ronald Koeman determined so as to add him to his group for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches in opposition to Hungary and Bosnia-Herzegovina in the course of the worldwide break beginning on November 11.
It have to be famous that De Jong’s return has been broadly lined by each the Dutch Soccer Affiliation and numerous media retailers, reflecting the importance of his comeback for the Netherlands after a 14-month absence.
The final time he performed for his nationwide group was in opposition to Eire in September 2023.
He has been a vital participant for each Barcelona and the Netherlands, however accidents stored him sidelined for an prolonged interval.
Accidents have sidelined de Jong
The midfielder’s troubles started final season, with recurring ankle accidents impacting his type and availability.
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He suffered a serious setback in April 2024, throughout a high-stakes match between Barcelona and Actual Madrid, the place he took a tough hit from Fede Valverde.
This harm left De Jong out of motion for 163 days, inflicting him to overlook the distinguished Euro 2024 match held in Germany.
His restoration course of has been gradual, and he solely returned to the pitch for Barcelona on October 1, making his comeback in a Champions League victory over Younger Boys.
Now absolutely match, the Dutchman is ready to contribute to the Netherlands’ efforts within the UEFA Nations League. The Dutch group will first go up in opposition to Hungary on Saturday, November 16, in Amsterdam on the Johan Cruyff Area.
Then, they’ll face Bosnia-Herzegovina on Tuesday, November 19. Each matches maintain appreciable weight as the ultimate group-stage fixtures.
For De Jong, it is a beneficial alternative to re-establish his affect on the worldwide stage, supporting his nationwide facet as they attempt to advance within the competitors.
