For months, Frenkie De Jong's future has been one of the main sources of uncertainty in Barcelona's offices. The Dutch midfielder, under contract until 2026, represented a constant dilemma for the culé board: on one hand, his high salary was a burden for the Catalan club's finances. On the other hand, his importance within the team made him a difficult piece to replace.
Both Joan Laporta and Deco knew that before June 30 they had to get a definitive answer from the Dutchman. In fact, De Jong's performance during the last season has been more than convincing. Under Hansi Flick's orders, he has regained his best form, establishing himself as an undisputed starter.
Despite the good performance of players like Marc Casadó, the Dutchman has shown authority, leadership, and consistency. These are characteristics that have once again positioned him as one of the pillars of the new blaugrana project. With that in mind, Frenkie De Jong has already made a decision.
Chooses his next club
The suspense regarding Frenkie's future is over: the midfielder has informed Barça of his desire to stay and renew his contract, dispelling any rumors about a departure. His intention, as he had already hinted in previous interviews, is to continue at the club where he feels valued and comfortable. In addition, Frenkie De Jong is clear that he wants to become one of the locker room's emblems in the coming years.
With this decision on the table, Barça is already working to finalize the details of an extension that could be made official in the coming days. For Flick, this is excellent news: he keeps one of his most reliable midfielders. For the fans, it's the desired outcome of a story that, at times, seemed headed for a forced farewell.
A heavyweight of the new Barça
De Jong has managed to turn around a situation that, until a year ago, had him closer to leaving than staying at Camp Nou. The board seriously considered his transfer as a way to ease finances until recently. Today, however, he is a footballer who represents the stability and continuity the project needs.
Frenkie's renewal adds to those of other key players like Pedri, Gavi, and Fermín. All of them form the foundation of a young, talented, and committed midfield in line with the club's style. Laporta and Deco's bet is clear: keep quality, avoid forced departures, and build a competitive Barça.