Posted December 19, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. by La Rédaction
Needing funds to be able to recruit new players, FC Barcelona would not be against a sale of Frenkie De Jong, who has a good rating in the transfer market. And Xavi would not oppose it.
Eliminated in the group stages of Champions League , seventh in the Spanish league, a delicate economic situation, endowed with a workforce with a lot of deficiencies … FC Barcelona is going through arguably one of the worst periods in recent history. In order to rebuild a team capable of resuming success both nationally and in Europe, the easiest way would be to go through the transfer market for Joan Laporta . However, the Catalan club need funds to be able to recruit new players. As a result, certain items would be considered for an upcoming sale. On the list, we can find Philippe Coutinho , but also Frenkie De Jong.
Xavi does not consider De Jong as an essential element
According to the information from El Nacional, Xavi would clearly not be against a departure of Frenkie De Jong . The FC Barcelona coach is reportedly not seeing the Dutch midfielder as an essential part of his midfield. The Catalan technician would like to put his trust in Gavi and Nico Gonzalez , in addition to Pedri when he returns from injury. It remains to be seen whether a satisfactory offer in the eyes of Barça will reach the Blaugrana management for Frenkie De Jong . To be continued.