The future of Frenkie de Jong at FC Barcelona remains unclear. In the latest important match against Real Madrid (2-5) in the final of the Spanish Super Cup 2025, De Arkel once again missed out on the opportunity to see action.
It is worth remembering that for the Barcelona '21', his chances of entering the duel against the Merengues were frustrated due to the course of the match, in which Hansi Flick was forced to make early changes. First, after the injury of Iñigo Martínez (replaced by Ronald Araujo), and later, unexpectedly, after the expulsion of Wojciech Szczęsny in the 56'.
Iñaki Peña had to enter the field for Gavi and Dani Olmo for Lamine Yamal. This left the German coach with few alternatives to fit Frenkie de Jong into his lineup. Finally, the German coach used his last substitution to refresh the attack with the entry of Ferran Torres instead of Raphinha.
Ruud Gullit is clear: Frenkie should leave Barcelona
Returning to the issue of the situation of the former Ajax player and his lack of minutes and prominence at Barcelona has raised questions in various sectors, including football legends from the Netherlands such as Ruud Gullit, who has suggested that Frenkie de Jong should seek a new team that better suits his needs. "I hope he finds a solution. I hope a club approaches him that suits him so that he can leave Barça. It's time to look for something else," noted the former forward.
In this line of argument, the former AC Milan player and others have ventured to recommend a team in which, in their opinion, Frenkie de Jong would fit perfectly in terms of their sporting project. " What club would be perfect? Bayern. Bayern would be perfect for Frenkie. It would be fantastic for them," warned Ruud.
Also, Gullit has reiterated the call to Frenkie de Jong to explore a destination outside of Barcelona, as he seems to not have a leading role in the Culé sporting project. Currently, he is behind players like Marc Casadó, Pedri González, Gavi, and Dani Olmo. "I would like De Jong to play football again. He shouldn't be sitting on the bench. He is 27 years old and in his prime. He should change this situation now," pointed out the Dutchman.
External noise does not benefit De Jong
Finally, Ruud acknowledged that the amount of rumors about his future does not benefit Frenkie de Jong and proposed that other clubs should also consider signing the midfielder. "There is a lot of noise. That is normal in the football world, to talk about offers especially with a player who is not getting minutes. I think Saudi clubs should also consider his signing because he is a great player," he concluded.