Frenkie de Jong, the 27-year-old Dutch midfielder, has voiced his dissatisfaction with the number of trophies won during his tenure at FC Barcelona. Since joining the club in 2019, de Jong has secured only a La Liga title, a Copa del Rey, and a Spanish Super Cup.
In a recent interview with @VI_nl, de Jong stated, “When I signed for Barcelona, I didn’t imagine to win only a La Liga, Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup after 4 years.” He further expressed his expectations, saying, “I expected at least double, so that disappoints me. Things happen on the road you can’t predict.”
Background and Career
Frenkie de Jong began his professional career at Willem II before moving to Ajax, where he gained prominence for his exceptional vision and ball control. His performances at Ajax led to his transfer to Barcelona, where he has been a key figure in the midfield.
Recent Developments
Recent months have seen various speculations surrounding de Jong’s future. On 27 December 2024, his agent denied rumours of a potential move to Saudi Arabia. Earlier, on 11 December 2024, Hansi Flick dismissed speculation regarding de Jong’s situation. Additionally, Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, discussed de Jong’s contract in November 2024, indicating ongoing negotiations or considerations.
Despite these rumours, de Jong confirmed his contentment and commitment to Barcelona in June 2024, stating his happiness and future plans with the club.