Hansi Flick's 'favorite son' at FC Barcelona

Frenkie de Jong could cause a 'civil war' at FC Barcelona. The Dutchman's continuity at the Catalan club remains unclear as his performance and contractual situation have led members of the club to bet on his sale this summer. However, one determining factor could tip the balance in favour of the player.

According to 'SPORT', Hansi Flick is 'in love' with the midfielder. The coach is delighted with the Gorcum player's football, which is why he has given him so much playing time since he recovered from problems with his right ankle. The German's objective is to recover the best version of the '21', who aims to be key in his project.

Hansi Flick wants Frenkie to stay at the club

Flick believes that De Jong fits perfectly into his scheme. Once he returned to the pitch, the player began by positioning himself ahead of the centre-backs at the base of the play, but in his last few appearances he has been seen further forward on the pitch, acting as a link between the forwards and the midfield.

The coach will continue to bet on the Dutchman and, if the decision were in his hands, he would allow the midfielder to enter the last year of his contract in the hope of getting his renewal.

However, at Can Barça there are still mixed opinions and his stay is not at all clear, since his high salary and the possibility of losing him at zero cost have members of the board opting to cash in on his transfer and get some profit from his operation.