Frenkie de Jong's journey with Barcelona took a significant turn when the sporting director, Deco, initiated talks with the player. The conversation occurred after De Jong sustained an ankle injury during the match against Celta Vigo.
Beyond expressing genuine concern for De Jong's condition, Deco conveyed an even more vital message - both he and manager Xavi consider the Dutchman indispensable to the team's future.
Deco made it clear that De Jong is "the cornerstone of this project," affirming Barcelona's strong desire to extend his contract until 2028. Furthermore, he encouraged De Jong to put aside any memories of the turbulent summer of 2022.
In response, De Jong expressed his contentment with life in the city and his role as one of the team's captains. His fervent wish is to remain a Barcelona player.
Eager to proceed with the renewal, Deco has already reached out to De Jong's agent, Ali Dursun. The club aims to clarify that this contract extension isn't prompted by Fair Play issues; rather, it stems from De Jong's pivotal role in the coach's plans for the coming years.
Deco's vision is to advance negotiations over the next few months and ideally conclude the renewal once the January transfer window closes. During this period, Barcelona intends to secure Vitor Roque's signature and potentially strengthen the midfield, provided their financial situation permits.
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