But at this point, everything suggests that there will still be a certain time in Catalonia. Before 2025, De Jong's departure was expected in the next 12 or 13 months. He did not show any sign of commitment, but the situation changed in the second half of the season after his integration into the usual starting eleven of Hansi Flick.
Barcelona is ready to start negotiations with De Jong, who should separate from his agent in the coming weeks, which is perceived as an additional sign of his desire to extend his contract with the Liga champion. The man has also expressed himself publicly to clarify his situation.
Frenkie de Jong ready to sign a new contract with Barcelona
Addressing Viaetbal Zone (via MD), by Jong revealed its intention to sign a new contract with Barcelona before the expiration of its current lease next summer.
“I think I'm going to extend with Barcelona. I cannot be sure 100 %, but if everything is going well, it will be done. My intention is to extend this summer, but we will see. It is a negotiation and we cannot say when it will be. The important thing is that the two parties wish and I think we will reach an agreement. »»
The end of the jong saga
De Jong also mentioned his performance, which he estimated similar to those before his unavailability of five months due to a serious ankle injury.
“I had a long injury and I suffered a lot from my ankle, it was difficult, but I'm fine now. But before my injury, I played very well. I do not think I have been much more efficient this year than the previous seasons, but the titles we won and the victories gave more visibility to my game. ”
