The future of Frenkie De Jong has been one of the main uncertainties in Barça's environment over the past few months. The Dutch midfielder's contract with the Catalan entity expires in 2026, and the club has been seeking solutions to reach an agreement. However, none seemed to have convinced De Jong, who still wasn't clear about his future as a player for FC Barcelona.
Consequently, both Joan Laporta and Deco have remained firm that they won't let Frenkie leave Barça without significant financial amounts entering the club's coffers. In the club's offices, the midfielder's departure has been considered on more than one occasion, and, in fact, Frenkie is one of the players with the most offers. Nevertheless, when everything seemed that his departure was imminent, the Dutchman's future took an unexpected turn in recent weeks.
Imminent decision
For months, Frenkie De Jong has remained one of the main candidates on the exit ramp due to several factors. His high salary, as well as the emergence of players like Marc Casadó and the loss of prominence in Flick's scheme led to the belief that Frenkie would leave the club. However, the situation changed drastically a few days before the market closed.
With De Jong's contract about to end, everything seems to indicate that now Barça is determined to make a final effort to extend the bond between the parties. The club's sports management wants to ensure the continuity of the Dutch midfielder and has already put a renewal offer on the table. Therefore, negotiations are underway to adjust his salary to the current economic reality.
Express request
According to the latest information circulating in Barça's environment, Frenkie De Jong's recent performances have been key for the Catalan club to decide to renew him. Laporta and Deco consider the player a key piece if he maintains regularity, and Flick has given the green light to this operation. The change in dynamics has led De Jong to reconsider his future, and now he feels comfortable in Barcelona.
In that sense, Barça seeks to extend his contract for at least two more seasons, until 2028, with a progressive reduction of his salary. Additionally, the Dutchman would receive compensations in the form of variables and bonuses as an incentive to maintain his performance.