FC Barcelona: terrible news for Frenkie de Jong

A major blow for De Jong

Europe 23 July 2026 at 13:00

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FC Barcelona: terrible news for Frenkie de Jong

FC Barcelona has just released an update on Frenkie de Jong's injury. The Dutchman returns from the 2026 World Cup with a setback.

On Thursday evening, FC Barcelona confirmed a serious injury for Frenkie de Jong. Hurt during the 2026 World Cup, the Netherlands international underwent medical tests upon his return.

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Tests carried out on first-team player Frenkie de Jong have confirmed a tear of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his right knee.

It has been agreed that the player will continue with conservative treatment under the supervision of the Club's medical… pic.twitter.com/FRHZjzxT6p
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 23, 2026

The former Ajax midfielder is suffering from a rupture of the medial collateral ligament in his right knee. Barça has not revealed how long he will be sidelined, but the player is expected to miss several months of action. Another heavy blow for the Blaugrana.

Joshua SOSSOU

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