Frenkie de Jong addresses future as competition rises in Hansi Flicks’ Barcelona

Barcelona got back to winning ways in La Liga with a comprehensive 7-1 win over Valencia and Frenkie de Jong played an important role in the victory.

Frenkie de Jong start in midfield in the absence of Pedri, who was out with gastroenteritis, and ensured his manager has no regret over his decision. He opened the scoring and ensured the midfield was secured all through the game.

With Barcelona board giving out renewal contract this month, having tied down Ronald Araujo and Gerard Martin to new deals while agreements have been secured with Pedri and Gavi as well, there are concerns about De Jong’s future.

Frenkie de Jong celebrates a goal during the match between FC Barcelona and Valencia CF (Photo by Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Talks with Frenkie de Jong, whose contract also expires in 2026, have not progressed with the club reportedly running out of patience with his agents.

The Dutchman gave an update on the situation after the win against Valencia, stating that for now he is only focused on playing and that the time for everything else will come.

“I feel very good at Barcelona. I’m just focused on the present, and then there will be time for everything,” he said, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano.

Meanwhile, De Jong also acknowledged that he has left his physical issues behind and feels that he is 100% fit.

“I have been feeling good since after the Christmas break. I am 100% fit, and I have to prove that I deserve to play. I feel very good after scoring, and above all, I am happy with the victory,” said the Dutchman, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo.

The former Ajax player remains optimistic about the season ahead and the fight for the La Liga title.

“We can still win La Liga. We needed this win to build confidence for the coming weeks and to be able to fight for the competition, and today we played a great match,” he stated.