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Frenkie de Jong has change into an irreplaceable determine in Hansi Flick’s Barcelona. After a difficult begin, upon getting back from an ankle harm, the Dutchman has steadily cemented his place within the German coach’s tactical setup.
The previous Ajax star, who beforehand discovered it tough to adapt to the holding midfield function, has flourished in Flick’s system. Taking part in alongside Pedri, he has been capable of totally showcase his skills in midfield and has overtaken Marc Casado within the workforce.
Given his development, Barcelona have determined to behave swiftly relating to his renewal and intention to finalise the extension quickly, along with his present deal expiring in June 2026.
As beforehand revealed, Deco met with De Jong’s agent, Ali Dursun, in February to current a brand new contract proposal. This renewal is a direct request from Hansi Flick, who desires to safe the midfielder’s future on the membership.
The supply features a three-year contract extension till 2029, with De Jong sustaining his present wage of roughly €18-19 million gross per season.
Barcelona’s proposed contract construction
New contract incoming. (Picture by Alex Caparros/Getty Photographs)
Now, as confirmed by SPORT in an replace on final week’s report, Barcelona have recognized a method to proceed paying De Jong’s wage of €18-19 million on his new deal – with a slight adjustment.
The Catalans are prepared to match the Dutchman’s monetary calls for, however provided that a portion of his earnings is linked to performance-based incentives.
Basically, whereas De Jong would obtain a decrease fastened wage than his present one, Barcelona would compensate by rising performance-related bonuses primarily based on elements similar to appearances and titles received – guaranteeing his general earnings stay on the identical stage.
The 27-year-old, for his half, totally trusts Flick and believes that the workforce is certain for nice issues underneath the German, which is why he desires to remain put at Barça.
Now, what stays is for the 2 events to succeed in an settlement on the renewal phrases to proceed their partnership for just a few extra years.
*Participant valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on date of publication.
