Fate befalls Frenkie De Jong. Absent for many weeks due to a sprained ankle, the Dutch midfielder made his comeback against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Returned to midfield by Xavi during the Clasico against Real Madrid counting for the 32nd day of La Liga, the 26-year-old player was forced to leave the pitch prematurely.
While trying to counter a strike from Federico Valverde on Madrid’s last action before returning to the locker room (44th), De Jong appeared to be hit in the ankle. Disappointed, the Dutchman was finally evacuated on a stretcher, leaving his place to Pedri before the break. Barça may fear an end to the season for its protégé…
