Frenkie de Jong: the details of his possible renewal with FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona prioritizes resolving Frenkie de Jong's future before the closure of the 2024-25 season. The board has been clear with players whose contracts expire in 2026: the goal is to reach the summer with all issues resolved, and those who do not settle their future will be put up for sale. In this regard, the contract of the player from Arkel is one of the most complicated, but the club has already established a functional strategy for both parties.

Initially, Barça hopes to renew Frenkie for two more years, until June 2028, with a gradual reduction of his salary. The Dutchman currently earns 19 million euros gross per year and the azulgrana team needs to lower this figure to around 12 or 15 'kilos' at most to open the door for new signings in the summer market. Barça has already returned to the 1:1 rule for signings, but still does not have enough 'Fair Play' to register players due to its tight salary margin.

Additionally, Barça plans to compensate De Jong with some variables and bonuses based on his performance, as well as a contract extension that favors the club's interests. The midfielder had been reluctant to accept the club's terms, but his stance has softened in recent weeks, as his situation in the team has improved. Hansi Flick has counted on him again and the '21' has closed the gap with Marc Casadó in the fight for a starting position.

De Jong is in no hurry to resolve his future in Barcelona

However, Frenkie will take his time to resolve his future in Barcelona. The club resolved the contract extensions of Ronald Araujo, Pedri González, and Pablo Gavi in record time, but with the Dutchman, things will take much longer. The next to secure his continuity will be Iñigo Martínez, as his contract expires on June 30, and the coaching staff fully trusts his talent and leadership to support the culé center-backs.

Meanwhile, the Arab league continues to tempt De Jong with a staggering offer from Al-Ittihad. Despite the millions from the 'yellow-black' team, the 27-year-old player has no intention of leaving Europe this year. On the contrary, his priority is to stay in Barcelona, where he still feels comfortable despite the incessant market rumors and the tough competition for a spot in Hansi Flick's lineup.