Overview

• The Netherlands international said he is "basically going to renew" and "very close," with Spanish reports describing only minor formalities before an announcement.
• Multiple outlets report the new deal is set to run until June 2029, adding three years to his current contract.
• ESPN’s Moisés Llorens reports the signing and official announcement are planned for Wednesday, October 15, subject to final paperwork.
• De Jong’s current contract expires at season’s end, and he is a club captain viewed as central to Hansi Flick’s midfield.
• Reporting indicates a salary adjustment to fit Barcelona’s wage structure, with an estimated €12 million gross annually not yet confirmed by the club.