Frenkie De Jong, a problem for Barcelona

Barcelona continues to be unable to count on Frenkie de Jong at full capacity, and hopes of his prompt return diminish with each new setback. After overcoming a lengthy ankle injury that kept him away from the pitch for five months, the Dutch midfielder now faces new physical complications delaying his return as a starter in Hansi Flick's team.

Although it seemed he was ready to start in the important match against Sevilla, recent muscle discomfort has cast doubt on his presence. De Jong had been training well throughout the week, prompting the German coach to plan his inclusion in the starting eleven. However, during the final training session before the match, these discomforts forced a reduction in his workload, limiting him to only part of the group practice before moving on to individual work.

Rumors about De Jong's departure in January

Hansi Flick, who has full confidence in the midfielder's talent and qualities, could not hide his frustration with the situation. "We were expecting to have him with us, but now we have to wait to see how he feels. He was progressing well, but these discomforts have forced us to reconsider his inclusion," stated the coach. De Jong, who had played only a few minutes in recent matches against Alavés and Young Boys, seemed ready to step up after the international break, but this new setback even questions his presence in the squad.

Let's remember that there are rumors about a possible departure of De Jong in the upcoming winter transfer window as Manchester United is genuinely interested in signing him due to Ten Hag's insistence, who had him at Ajax years ago. The Dutchman's physical issues could ultimately lead him away from Camp Nou.

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