FRENKIE DE JONG NEWS

Aiming for return in Euro opener De Jong (ankle) is still looking to return for The Netherlands in their opening Euro game, according to manager Ronald Koeman, per De Telegraaf.

Impact De Jong is still working on his return as he attempts to heal up for Euros, having yet to train with the Dutch national team. It appears it will likely come down to the day before their Euro opener, as he will face a fitness test to decide his availability. They will hope for him to have a swift recovery over the next week, as he is set to be a regular starter if fit.

JUNE 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Euros opener De Jong (ankle) won't be available for the opening match of the Euros, De Telegraaf reports.

Impact De Jong is still working his way back from a serious ankle injury, and it seems he won't be back before the Euros kick off in mid-June. The midfielder was called up, so there's at least some hope he's back before the end of the group stage. Joey Veerman will be the presumptive starter with De Jong doubtful.

JUNE 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season hindered by injuries De Jong started in all 20 appearances while notching two goals on seven shots to go along with 21 chances created, 25 crosses and 43 tackles.

Impact De Jong had a tough season, to say the least, as he only featured 20 times due to a plethora of injuries, having missed 22 matches with his complications. When he was on the pitch, he was decent, although most of his production came in the defense outside of his two goals, as he registered 14 interceptions, 27 clearances and 43 tackles. He will now look to put the injury problems behind him moving into next season, as he is a regular starter when fit, but more importantly, he will hope to be fit enough to feature with The Netherlands in Euro 2024.

MAY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'We couldn't always get the players we wanted' - Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag confirms failed bid to sign Barcelona star Frenkie De Jong | Goal.com US Erik ten Hag says Manchester United tried and failed to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona in 2022.

MAY 3, 2024 • GOAL.COM

In Starting XI De Jong (ankle) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against PSG.

Impact De Jong is back with the team Wednesday as expected, earning a spot in the starting XI after a four-match absence due to an ankle problem. The midfielder should be expected to remain in the starting XI moving forward, as he has yet to miss a start this season when an option.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday De Jong (ankle) is expected to be an option for Wednesday's match against PSG, per Javier Miguel of Diario AS.

Impact De Jong looks to be likely to be selected for the team sheet Wednesday after going down with an ankle issue a little over a month ago, as the midfielder has trained fully, feeling no discomfort while doing so. The only question at this time seems to be if he will start or not, as he is yet to miss a start when an option this season, although the club may choose to start him on the bench, not wanting to rush him back into play and risk another injury after a lengthy absence. However, it is a highly important UCL contest, with most implications leaning towards the Dutch midfielder starting.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down with injury De Jong was forced off the pitch in the 26th minute due to an undisclosed injury, having been carted off the field in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Athletic.

Impact De Jong looks to be heading back to the sidelines once again, picking up another complication after already missing a spell of 10 games due to an ankle injury earlier in the season. This is already a massive blow for the midfielder, but it will also have a solid effect on the club, as he is a regular starter when healthy and may miss a decent portion of time due to his newest issue. It appears to be an ankle problem for the midfielder, although the club is yet to confirm anything or give a timetable for his return. More should be released in the coming days, but at the moment, the situation does not gut look good, with the player most likely missing time as Oriol Romeu or Fermin replace him in the starting XI.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Knocks goal De Jong scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win over Getafe.

Impact De Jong was able to join the goal party Saturday with just his second of the season. He's been on solid form with a total of 29 tackles, 18 clearances and 10 chances created in the last nine matches, all of them coming as starts. This brings his average tackles per game to 2.3.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Is Frenkie de Jong finally heading to the Premier League? Chelsea & Man Utd battle PSG for midfielder as Barcelona demand €100m transfer fee | Goal.com US Frenkie de Jong could reportedly head to England as Chelsea & Manchester United battle PSG for the €100-million rated Barcelona midfielder.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • GOAL.COM

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Completes suspension De Jong completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Las Palmas when the league returns following the Christmas break.

Impact Barcelona are quite thin when it comes to their midfield depth, so the return of the Dutchman is certainly a welcome sight for Los Blaugranas. De Jong should return to the starting lineup right away for the Jan. 3 matchup at Las Palmas.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Almeria De Jong picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and will be suspended to face Almeria on Wednesday.

Impact The Dutch midfielder will leave a huge void in the middle of the pitch, and while Barcelona have Oriol Romeu and Sergi Roberto as potential replacement options, neither is on the same level as the Netherlands international. De Jong should be eligible to return for Barca's first game of 2024 -- against Las Palmas away from home on Jan. 4.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday de Jong (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Valencia.

Impact de Jong is back with the team after missing their midweek UCL match due to an illness, returning to his normal starting spot against Valencia. The midfielder should continue to be a sight in the starting XI and will hope to avoid any more knocks, already missing 11 matches this campaign due to several injuries.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Saturday De Jong (illness) has been included in the squad to face Valencia on Saturday.

Impact De Jong didn't play against Royal Antwerp in the UEFA Champions League earlier this week, but he should be an option to face Valencia despite the face he's been dealing with an illness over the last few days. If he's healthy enough to play, he's likely to start in midfield alongside Pedri and Ilkay Gundogan.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in UCL De Jong (rest) is not in the squad to face Royal Antwerp on Wednesday,

Impact Barcelona are playing an alternative squad for the final game of the UEFA Champions League group stage, as names such as Robert Lewandowski, Ronald Araujo and Ilkay Gundogan are also absent from the squad list, all likely due to rest. The Dutchman has started in each of his 11 previous appearances between La Liga and Champions League play this season, and it seems they're simply trying to give him a breathe since he already missed time due to injury earlier in the campaign. De Jong should return to the lineup to face Valencia on Saturday, and Oriol Romeu could be his replacement in midfield.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts versus Rayo Vallecano De Jong is in the XI to face Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

Impact De Jong is ready after extended time on the mend and will surprisingly get the nod right away. He has scored once and added five key passes, seven crosses (two accurate), and four tackles in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be ready for Saturday De Jong (ankle) has been training with the team and is set to be an option for Saturday's match versus Rayo Vallecano, said manager Xavi. "He has already been with us for days. the...

Impact De Jong will look to make his long awaited return after missing the last two months with an ankle injury. He could be a line for a starting role Saturday, though it depends on his fitness with Fermin, Ilkay Gundogan and Pedri the top favorites to start in the midfielder after the news of Gavi (knee) ruled out for the remaining of the season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with teammates de Jong (ankle) is training with his teammates and could be an option to face Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, Alfredo Martinez of Onda Cero Radio reports.

Impact The Dutch midfielder has missed 10 straight games between La Liga and Champions League play, so his return to training is a big boost for a midfield depth that lost Gavi to a season-ending knee injury. The upcoming days will be decisive to see how much of a workload he can take on, but given he is reportedly back in full training, it wouldn't be shocking if he's an option to start against Rayo when the league resumes play this weekend.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Tuesday De Jong (ankle) was left out of the match-day squad against Shakhtar on Tuesday.

Impact Considering de Jong has now missed nine consecutive contests due to his lingering ankle problem, the midfielder probably shouldn't be expected to play before the international break and figures to miss out versus Deportivo Alaves on Sunday. Even if he does play in the contest, it almost certainly will be a bench outing given his long-term absence.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss another match De Jong (ankle) is not in the preliminary squad for Saturday's match against Sociedad.

Impact De Jong will be sitting out another week after missing out on the squad list once again. It will not be eight matches since the midfielder has touched the playing field, but hopefully, he will make his return soon with the international break coming up. He will most likely be held out until after the international break, giving him an extra week to recover and reassuring that he doesn't reaggravate the injury in his rehabilitation.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face Real Madrid de Jong is not in the match day squad to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact de Jong was a game-time call in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses out on Saturday's squad as he continues to recover from an ankle injury. It's the seventh straight absence in all competitions for de Jong who will hope to return in some capacity next week against Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain against Madrid De Jong (ankle) will be a true game-time call for Saturday's clash with Real Madrid, according to manager Xavi.

Impact De Jong will play if fit was the message from Xavi, though he gave absolutely no indication of if the midfielder was actually fit or not. It's the biggest match on the calendar in Spain so if De Jong can in any way play, he will. Still De Jong seems to truly be a coin flip ahead of Saturday's El Clasico.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Real Madrid De Jong (ankle) is hoping to be ready to play versus Real Madrid on Oct. 28, per Pol Ballus of The Athletic.

Impact De Jong won't be ready for Sunday's clash with Athletic, which will mark his fifth straight absence from the squad. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder had started each of the opening seven matches, including the Champions League clash with Royal Antwerp. Once cleared to play, de Jong should be in contention to reclaim his place in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for one-month absence De Jong will be out of action for at least a month after suffering an ankle injury. Manager Xavi Hernandez told reporters, "About the timeframe of his injury, it's going to depend...

Impact De Jong came off after just 36 minutes against Celtic on Saturday due to his ankle problem and now faces a significant stint on the shelf. With the midfielder on the shelf, Gavi will likely rejoin the starting XI by dropping further back on the pitch while Lamine Yamal gets the start in an attacking role.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off with injury de Jong generated one interception in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Celta Vigo. He was subbed off due to injury in the 36th minute.

Impact de Jong was subbed off in the 36th minute Saturday due to an injury. The severity of the injury is currently unknown but with Barcelona playing again Tuesday at Mallorca, de Jong does not have long to get back fit if he intends on playing.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE