The laughing price for which Barcelona would let De Jong go

FC Barcelona seems to have reached a turning point with Frenkie de Jong. The impatience of the Culé board is growing due to the player's lack of response to a renewal offer that has already expired. The club believes that the Dutchman, despite being a key player, may be planning to leave for free when his contract ends in June 2026, sparking alarm in the city.

The midfielder has been identified as a crucial piece by both Hansi Flick and Deco, who appreciate his impact on the team's game. However, the player's stance, combined with his high annual cost for the club, has led the board to rethink his future. In this context, Barça would be willing to put De Jong on the market in the next January transfer window, setting an asking price of 20 million euros. According to sources close to the club, this amount would be enough to close his time as a blaugrana.

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As reported by EstadioDeportivo, the main reason behind this decision is not linked to his performance on the field but rather the significant financial impact on the Culé finances. Between salary and the amortization of his signing, the Dutchman's annual cost amounts to around 35 million euros, a burden challenging to sustain in the club's delicate economic situation.

Although Barça's initial intention was to renew the player, the deadlock in negotiations has altered the plans. Now, the priority is to find a solution that benefits both parties, either through a transfer or, as a last resort, with an agreement for his free departure under certain favorable conditions.

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