De Jong stabs Barça in the back

The situation surrounding Frenkie de Jong is stirring up some caution at FC Barcelona. Injured during a training session on February 26, the Dutch midfielder is suffering from a distal biceps femoris lesion in his right leg, affecting the hamstrings. According to the official statement from the Catalan club, he is expected to be sidelined for five to six weeks, with a return to competition targeted for mid-April.

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In this context, the Dutch international has chosen to take an especially cautious approach for the remainder of the season. In agreement with the Netherlands national team, Frenkie de Jong does not want to take any physical risks and is prioritizing his complete recovery above all else. His objective is clear: to arrive in peak condition for the upcoming World Cup, after already missing out on the last European Championship.

The player has reportedly informed those close to him that he will never rush his return for Barcelona. He wants neither injections nor painkillers aimed at speeding up his recovery, and he will only consider returning to play once he feels fully fit. This firm stance could force Barça to handle one of their midfield pillars with even greater caution.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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