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The German is convinced of his quality and that he will be key when he overcomes his physical problems.
There is debate at the club: they want to put him on the market if he does not renew.
The future of Frenkie De Jong is being debated at Barça. His contractual and sporting situation leaves his departure in the next summer market up in the air, but there are divergences regarding the final decision. The Blaugrana coach, Hansi Flick, is of the opinion that the club must do everything possible to retain the Dutch midfielder because he is convinced of his quality and that he will be key to the team when he fully recovers from his ankle problems. There is a lot at stake both financially and sportingly and Barça are already postponing the outcome of one of the most important issues in their planning to 2025.
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What is clear is that Frenkie de Jong, for now, has not taken a step forward to renew after the offer presented to him by Barça. The club, at this time, considers that this proposal is already outdated based on the role that the player currently has and that they have to start from scratch to establish a new round of contacts. They hope that the player's entourage will be much more active, otherwise they would try to force him out.
And that is where Flick is mediating in the matter because he considers De Jong to be an important asset. He already put a stop to any debate in the summer because he was counting on the player and now he still thinks the same. He understands that he is a midfielder with many virtues and with skills that make him perfect to wear the Blaugrana shirt. He will be patient with him and will give him minutes when he is fit. And he hopes that both parties can reach an agreement that will put an end to all the noise surrounding the player.
In the sporting area, it is clear that the only thing that must be avoided is that De Jong reaches the last year of his contract without renewing. And, they would even be willing to let him go for a very low price to save on the salary if the situation cannot be reversed. The reflection is clear, but Flick believes that it would cost money to find a player of his profile and he is satisfied with his professionalism. His mediation can bear fruit, since the relationship he has with the players is very good.
For now, De Jong has played less than expected. It has cost him a lot to recover from his physical ailment, but he still does not feel comfortable although he is getting better. And it is likely that he will have options to regain the starting position in the next matches despite the fact that the competition is strong. If this scenario comes to pass, Flick hopes that the player agrees to continue or otherwise he will put himself in the hands of the club to find the best possible solution.
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