Barcelona’s star midfielder Frenkie de Jong finds himself at a crossroads, with growing speculation about his diminishing role in the club’s midfield setup.
As reported by Diario Sport, the Dutchman has come under intense scrutiny in recent days, following a string of underwhelming performances.
De Jong was largely held responsible for Barcelona’s draw against Celta Vigo last weekend. Adding to his woes, he faced jeers from the Camp Nou faithful during his cameo appearance against Brest on Tuesday.
The 27-year-old’s struggles this season have been compounded by persistent injuries, leaving him unable to rediscover his best form.
Manager Hansi Flick has consistently backed De Jong, but with key midfielders returning from injury and the Dutchman failing to impress, his spot in the starting XI is under threat.
Contract tensions have only added to the uncertainty, raising concerns about De Jong’s long-term future at the club. A challenging chapter could lie ahead for the midfielder in Catalunya.
