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Barcelona still open to selling Frenkie de Jong after out-of-sorts midfielder was targeted by BOOS from his own fans

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<p>De Jong, who joined Barcelona from Ajax in a blockbuster €80 million (£66.38m/$84.56m) deal, has been a polarizing figure among fans. Once viewed as a game-changing midfielder, his performances in recent months have drawn criticism following a spate of injuries. The most glaring indication of<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/i-want-fans-support-all-players-hansi-flick-urges-barcelona-faithful-stop-frenkie-de-jong-whistles/bltebd7744fb6eaf9dc" target="_blank"> fan discontent came in the form of boos directed at him</a> during the Champions League victory over Brest, a stark contrast to the warm reception for emerging talents like Marc Casado.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>According to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5974542/2024/12/07/frenkie-de-jong-barcelona-form-future/?source=twitteruk&amp;utm_campaign=twitterfc&amp;utm_medium=social" target="_blank"><em>The Athletic</em></a><em>, </em>as the January transfer window approaches they remain open to offloading him off the roster as the financial relief a transfer could provide is tempting. The emergence of young midfielders like Casado and Marc Bernal, coupled with Gavi's versatility, makes De Jong’s position seem surplus to requirements. </p><p>Despite the challenges, De Jong remains determined to prove himself. The 26-year-old midfielder has expressed his desire to stay at Barcelona and rebuild his reputation on the pitch. His family is also reportedly settled in the city, adding a personal dimension to his commitment to the club.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>At the start of 2024, Barcelona reportedly offered De Jong a contract renewal, but there has been no progress in negotiations with the player or his representatives. Hence, the club is actively considering its options. Selling De Jong, even for a reduced fee of <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/barcelona-frenkie-de-jong-injury-hit-spell-transfer-decision/blt44353ca387a29745#cs9fe24bc87238f047" target="_blank">€20 million (£17m/$21m), is also being considered.</a></p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>The coming months will be critical in determining De Jong’s fate. Whether he remains at Camp Nou or moves to a new club will depend on how Barcelona navigates the competing priorities of financial stability and squad planning. Nonetheless, the midfielder hopes that Hansi Flick will give him an opportunity against Real Betis on Saturday to prove his doubters wrong and reclaim the star status he once enjoyed.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR DE JONG?

Barcelona still open to selling Frenkie de Jong after out-of-sorts midfielder was targeted by BOOS from his own fans | Goal.com US

Barcelona are reportedly still open to selling Frenkie de Jong after the midfielder was targeted by boos from his own fans.