Frenkie de Jong’s Commitment to Barcelona
Frenkie de Jong, the Dutch midfielder currently with Barcelona, has expressed his willingness to extend his stay with the club, despite having just one year remaining on his current contract. During a press event on Thursday, he clarified that while discussions regarding a contract extension are ongoing, he has not yet finalized any agreements. De Jong stated,
“I have not renewed my contract, otherwise you would have known.”
Performance and Future Prospects
At 28 years old, De Jong participated in Barcelona’s recent 7-3 victory over FC Seoul as part of their Asia Tour, showcasing his pivotal role in the team’s lineup since his transfer from Ajax in 2019, during which he has made a remarkable 259 appearances.
The midfielder highlighted his contentment with Barcelona, noting that the feeling appears mutual.
“I am very happy at Barça, and from what I know, Barça are happy with me, so, in the end, I will renew,”
he remarked.
Club Developments
Barcelona has been active in securing contract renewals for several players, recently extending the contracts of Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Wojciech Szczesny. Additionally, earlier this week, French defender Jules Koundé confirmed that he has agreed to a new contract that will keep him at Barcelona until June 2030.
In other club news, Barcelona has also secured a new shirt sponsorship deal with the Congo DR, alongside reports of former player Carles Perez receiving medical attention following a dog bite incident.
Conclusion
Overall, the atmosphere within the club appears positive as they prepare for the forthcoming season with a mix of stability and fresh agreements for their key talents.
