Barcelona confirms Frenkie de Jong suffers knee injury

Barcelona announced that Frenkie de Jong has a tear in the medial collateral ligament of his right knee. The injury occurred during the World Cup 2026, forcing the midfielder to undergo tests that confirmed the severity of the issue. While the club did not specify the length of his absence, reports suggest he could be sidelined for approximately four months. De Jong will miss the beginning of the La Liga season, and his return date remains uncertain as he will be under treatment and medical monitoring.

• 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona issue Frenkie de Jong statement and confirm knee injury