Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong is approaching a crossroads at the club in 2025.
De Jong has gradually returned to full fitness in recent weeks after a miserable series of injuries in the past 12 months that put his La Blaugrana career in jeopardy.
Despite there still being some support within the club, rumors persist about their long-term plan for him, with the 27-year-old out of contract in Catalonia in 2026.
With talks over an extension yet to reach fruition, De Jong faces a decision, with the club open to a sale – as part of their bid to resolve outstanding wages owed to the Dutch international.
Hansi Flick has refused to close the door on De Jong, with the former Bayern Munich coach insisting he 'knows what he has to do' to secure a regular place in his squad.
According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Flick's lack of willingness to bring on De Jong – through Marcus Sorg – in the 2-1 La Liga defeat to Atletico Madrid is telling.
Defender Eric Garcia was preferred as a late replacement in midfield, which could be an indication of how De Jong is thinking.
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