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Juventus has initiated contacts with the Frenkie de Jong's circle to explore his loan move from FC Barcelona in January. Frenkie de Jong's departure is crucial for Barcelona's next transfer market.
As confirmed by TuttoJuve and TodoMercadoWeb on October 15, 2026, the Italian board is considering a loan with a purchase option or a permanent transfer around 35 million euros, conflicting with the demands of the Barça leadership, who demand 65 million euros to transfer the player.
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The economic gap with Manchester United and the salary obstacles in Italy
The Turin team seeks to take advantage of the Dutch international's lack of playing time in the starting lineup after his recent return to group training, overcoming a ruptured internal lateral ligament in his right knee. However, the high salary of the 29-year-old midfielder and the competition from Manchester United—a club willing to meet the 65 million euros set in Spain—complicate the viability of a permanent move to Serie A.
Despite renewing his contract with the Catalan club until 2029, the consolidation of the midfield double pivot formed by Rodri and Pedri has fueled the possibility of a mid-season transfer.
Frenkie de Jong's stance on his continuity at FC Barcelona
Despite interest from England and Italy, the midfielder maintains his desire to establish himself in the first team at FC Barcelona for the remainder of the 2026-2027 season. The Barça's technical management does not consider providing financial facilities for his departure through a loan without mandatory purchase commitments.
The Turin executives are exploring salary financing options to present a formal proposal before the new year begins. Juventus's sports management will continue consultations with the player's representatives during November and December 2026.
If FC Barcelona eases the transfer conditions or agrees to share the midfielder's wages, Juventus will formalize their loan offer in January.
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