Frenkie de Jong Already Has a Confirmed Destination: He Will Play for Liverpool Starting Next Season. The Dutchman is leaving FC Barcelona after five years, leaving behind a period marked by ups and downs. In return, the blaugrana club is acquiring one of the most unbalancing wingers in the Premier.
Key Exchange Between Two European Giants
The Agreement Has Been Made Possible Thanks to the Harmony Between Both Sports Managements. Deco and Liverpool's officials have shaped a deal that satisfies both parties. Barça gains offensive talent, and the English team strengthens its midfield with an ideal profile for Arne Slot.
De Jong was one of the names that most divided the Barça fans. His technical quality was never in doubt, but his high salary and inconsistency sparked debate. With his departure, Barça lightens its wage bill and paves the way for a new tactical structure.
Since His Arrival, Hansi Flick Has Insisted on the Need for More Pure Wingers. Luis Díaz is his personal bet, and his incorporation responds to that need to add dribbling and verticality to the attack. The Colombian arrives at Camp Nou at the best moment of his career.
Barça Had Been Interested in Díaz for Some Time. His performance at Liverpool has been remarkable, but his role in the team has diminished in recent months. The arrival of new signings at Anfield has made him transferable.
Terms of the Agreement
Meanwhile, Frenkie de Jong Sees His Move to the Premier League Favorably. He believes that Liverpool's play style suits his strengths and values the leading role they have offered him. Arne Slot considers him an essential piece in his new project.
The Dutch midfielder bids farewell to Barça with over 200 matches played. He arrived in 2019 as one of the major signings of Bartomeu's tenure. Now he closes his chapter without having fully met the expectations caused by his signing.
Luis Díaz arrives at Barça with a contract until June 2029. His salary will be about 6 million euros net per season, with performance-based variables. Frenkie de Jong, meanwhile, will sign with Liverpool until 2028, with a salary close to 10 million net annually, lower than what he received at Barça.
The exchange has been completed without additional payment between clubs. It has been assessed that both players have a similar market value: about 60 million euros. This operation allows both teams to strengthen without compromising their finances.