The news of Frenkie de Jong’s potential summer departure from Barcelona has left his contract in uncertainty
Major reports from Barcelona earlier this week indicated that Frenkie de Jong is willing to leave the team this summer. The Dutch midfielder has previously stated that he wants to stay in Catalonia for many more years, but it now seems as though he is ready to leave at the end of the current campaign.
On the other hand, it has also been said that Barcelona is willing to let de Jong go, particularly since his departure would help the team’s financial problems before the upcoming campaign. Given that MD provided an update on the contract negotiations that occurred between the parties earlier in the campaign, it appears that he disclosed the rationale behind both of these changes in posture.
According to the report, three months ago, Barcelona extended a contract offer to de Jong. The contract, which would expire in 2029, would result in a pay decrease from what he will make in the upcoming seasons. The Dutchman hasn’t replied yet, though, which may be a clear sign that he wants to go.
It will be interesting to follow De Jong’s condition in the upcoming months, particularly in the summer. Although Barcelona will be determined to collect as much as possible to help their financial issues as much as possible, a sale appears to be the best option for all parties.
