The Dutch midfielder was often subject to debate during his six years at the club, but he finally started to appropriate this position under the direction of Flick.
De Jong, whose contract expires next summer, was formerly considered a financial burden for the club, Barcelona having tried to bring it coming three years ago. However, the tensions between the two men appeared last year, and De Jong now seems ready to extend his contract to reach the thirties.
“All FC Barcelona supporters know it's great to have it” – Flick
Flick was asked about the controversial nature of De Jong's presence among the supporters, some believing that he does not justify his place in the team compared to the others, or perhaps he does not make the difference for them. However, the German coach was not aware of this feeling.
De Jong is in the running for a new contract.
“I have never had this feeling, I am not involved in this whole story of social networks, and I am completely away from this subject. I think it's a good thing. All Barcelona supporters can see that it's great to have it on the team. For me, it's fantastic to see, because he likes to train, he likes to play with these guys. And he has enormous qualities. Right now, it's like that, with Pedri, with Frenkie, it's not easy to put pressure on us. »»
He also revealed that he often consults with Jong, believing that the opinion of the former Ajax player influences his own decisions.
I often talk to him because I want to know his feelings, his opinion. If this feeling is present, I think it comes from outside. It's a shame, because it is great. But no one in the team, no one at the club, thinks differently of him. »»
After a good start to the season for Real Madrid, who chained six victories in six games in La Liga on Tuesday evening, we are already talking about a 100 -point season for the Merengues. The Barcelona coach warned that this season would be more difficult than the previous one.
” I don't know. We did a good job in these matches. But if we look at last year, we have experienced ups and downs, but we remain focused on ourselves and what we can do. We know that this season will not be so easy. This is what we have to do. »»
