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In line with a current report from AS, it has come to mild that Barcelona are going through rising frustration with Frenkie de Jong’s efficiency each on and off the pitch.
Regardless of being an vital participant, there’s a feeling that he’s missing the aggression and depth displayed by different gamers. Because of this, many consider that de Jong has but to dwell as much as the expectations set by his excessive switch payment.
Off the pitch, tensions have risen resulting from de Jong’s refusal to resume his contract, which runs till 2026. There are issues that he could be planning to depart the membership on a free switch when his contract expires, which is why they’re open to promoting him subsequent summer time.
These points have created a way of dissatisfaction amongst sure members of the membership, who really feel that de Jong’s dedication is in query.
State of affairs has not improved
One of many main duties for Hansi Flick is to discover a strategy to convey the most effective out of de Jong. The supervisor has at all times said that he sees the midfielder as a key determine in his plans and believes that de Jong has the qualities to suit completely into his model of play.
Nonetheless, regardless of being a vital participant for his nationwide group, Barcelona have struggled to see the identical degree of efficiency from de Jong.
Frenkie de Jong’s contract expires in 2026. (Photograph by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Photos)
His time at Barcelona has been marked by inconsistent performances, whether or not as a central or positional midfielder. His bodily struggles, significantly with an ankle harm, have additional hindered his skill to succeed in his potential.
After lacking 5 months because of the harm, de Jong has discovered it troublesome to regain his rhythm and confidence on the sector.
Troubles don’t cease
Since his return, he has performed in 9 matches however has solely began two. He has but to finish a full 90 minutes in any of those appearances.
Within the upcoming match in opposition to Brest, it’s probably that de Jong will begin on the bench. It is because Marc Casado, who’s suspended for the Las Palmas recreation, will retain his spot.
Flick stays hopeful that de Jong can regain his kind and contribute considerably to the group, as he has efficiently improved the performances of many gamers since taking cost.
He’s decided to make sure that de Jong isn’t left behind and continues to work in the direction of getting the most effective out of him, believing that the midfielder’s potential continues to be there.
*Participant valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on the date of publication.
