Overview

• Speaking on Cadena SER, Òscar Garcia called De Jong "not decisive enough" and suggested he does not justify his pay.
• De Jong’s Barcelona deal runs to June 2026, creating a potential January sale or a free transfer next summer.
• Reports place him as one of Barça’s highest earners behind Robert Lewandowski, with president Joan Laporta said to favor keeping his current terms.
• Manchester United’s interest dates to 2022 under Erik ten Hag, and a renewed move is described as possible depending on Ruben Amorim’s plans.
• Despite the criticism, De Jong has started the season well with seven appearances across La Liga and the Champions League, including at least one assist.