Barça: a captain on the departure?

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By: Manu Tournoux

The story between Frenkie De Jong and FC Barcelona resembles a most tumultuous marriage. Arriving in Catalonia in 2019 from Ajax Amsterdam, the Dutch midfielder has continued to be the subject of rumors regarding a possible departure.

This time, De Jong’s name is associated with Saudi Arabia. A new Eldorado for many footballers in recent years, the Saudi championship could well emerge as a next step for the 27-year-old.

The De Jong series relaunched

According to the daily A.S.this Friday, the agent of the Oranje star, Ali Dursun, would have closely observed the evolution of the Saudi Pro League, where stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr), Neymar (Al-Hilal) or Karim Benzema (Al-Ittihad). The media specifies that the businessman inquired about living conditions in the country and the functioning of the national championship.

However, no negotiations have taken place regarding a transfer of De Jong to the Gulf. However, this approach by Ali Dursun seems to indicate that the adventure of the native of Arkel within the Catalan club could be coming to an end.