( pony88 )Barcelona are expected to start talks over a new contract with Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong and hope to reach an agreement before the end of the season. pony88
Spanish outlet Sport reports that De Jong is back in good shape at Barcelona and sporting director Deco will begin talks over a new contract in the coming weeks, with the hope of reaching an agreement before the end of the 2024-25 season.
De Jong was previously sidelined for five months with an injury at the start of the season and struggled for form upon his return. However, in recent weeks, the Netherlands midfielder has returned to form under Hansi Flick and is keen to stay at Camp Nou.
De Jong’s new contract is reportedly set to include a release clause at a realistic figure, similar to Ronald Araujo’s, unlike in the past when figures were often inflated by hundreds of millions of euros.
pony88 De Jong’s release clause in the new deal is expected to be €80m, a figure that interested clubs could reach, giving the 27-year-old the opportunity to explore his options, with his current deal running until mid-2026. ( pony88 )
