De Jong asked to be more assertive at Barcelona

2022-07-26 20:39

De Jong asked to be more assertive at Barcelona

Xavi gives clear indications that there is no place for De Jong

JAKARTA-- Frenkie de Jong does not want to leave Barcelona but the Catalan club want him out to improve their financial situation.


Citing Sport's report on Monday (25/7), there is a new message for De Jong, which is to leave or forget to play in midfield.

Xavi gave a clear indication that there was no place for the Dutch midfielder in midfield.

The Barcelona tactician used De Jong at centre-back with Ronald Araujo against Inter Miami.

What's more, against Real Madrid, the former Ajax man came on once again in the second half to appear in central defense with Garcia first and then with Pique.

The 25-year-old has been reassured that if he stays at Barca, it will be very difficult for him to feature in midfield. The Blaugrana already have a deal with Man United and it is reported that even Chelsea are interested in signing him.

Xavi has denied he provided any message but indicated the player could be sold for financial reasons. He has stated:

"I didn't send any messages to anyone. He can adapt in the middle position. I really appreciate him as a footballer. I have a very important personal conversation which I will not reveal here," he said.

Then there is the club's economic situation and the issue of 'fair play', but playing at centre-back he can give us a lot. We wanted the centre-back to split and he did very well."

Next up, Barcelona take on Juventus tomorrow night and it wouldn't be surprising to see De Jong at centre-back again.






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