Barcelona is on the verge of reaching a final agreement with its Dutch midfielder Frenke de Jong to extend its contract until the summer of 2029, in a move that reflects the club’s adherence to the services of one of the main pillars of the team in light of financial challenges and a desire to build a stable project for the future.
Early move from the administration
The current contract with Young expires in June 2026, but the Barcelona administration started early on renewal negotiations, driven by fully conviction of the importance of the player in the club’s future plans, and in an effort to avoid any possible crises or auctions, especially in light of the repeated interest of major European clubs in his annexation in recent years.
Positive atmosphere and imminent agreement
According to reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano, talks between the two parties are going in a positive atmosphere, with a mutual desire to complete the journey inside the Camp Nou. The new contract is expected to be signed during the next few period, extending for an additional four years until 2029.
Ratio restructuring
The new contract will witness adjustments in the salary structure, so that the dues are distributed in a way that reduces the pressure on the club’s budget, in line with the financial plan pursued by the administration to achieve the required balance without neglecting the technical pillars of the team.
A fixed march and a great effect
Since joining Barcelona in the summer of 2019, from Ajax Amsterdam, De Jong has proven himself as an indispensable element in the midfield. Last season, he participated in 46 games in various competitions, during which he scored two goals and made the same, amid a clear continuity in performance and continuous confidence from the successive coaches.
Technical support from Felk
The new coach, Hans Felk, played an important role in resolving the situation, after he expressed great adherence to the Dutch player, and considered him an integral part of his new project, which helped accelerate the steps of renewal.
Stability and competitive strategy
The renewal of De Jong’s contract falls within a comprehensive plan to secure the continuity of the team’s main stars, and to provide a stable environment that helps Barcelona to restore competitiveness locally and continental, in light of a real desire for the administration to build a coherent and long -term team.
