Barcelona considers Azzedine Ounahi as De Jong replacement after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Barcelona is looking for a midfield replacement for captain Frenkie de Jong, who sustained a medial collateral ligament tear and is set to miss four to five months. De Jong, who played through injury at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has opted for conservative treatment over surgery. Azzedine Ounahi, currently with Girona, is emerging as a candidate due to his strong World Cup performance. Financial constraints may lead Barcelona to consider Ounahi as a more viable option compared to higher-profile targets like Rodri. The club has internal alternatives, including Marc Bernal and Gavi, but may still pursue additional midfield support this summer.
- •Frenkie de Jong out for four to five months due to injury.
- •Azzedine Ounahi is a potential transfer target.
- •Ounahi's stock rose after a strong World Cup performance.
- •Barcelona facing financial challenges in the transfer market.
- •Internal options include Marc Bernal and Gavi.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona captain’s injury forces club to rethink summer transfer priorities – report
- 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona identify 26-year-old midfielder as an option after De Jong injury – report
"Barcelona were dealt a cruel injury blow early in pre-season when it emerged that captain Frenkie de Jong had suffered a medial collateral ligament tear.The Dutch midfield maestro played at the 2026 W...
"Barcelona were dealt a cruel blow at the start of pre-season when it emerged that captain Frenkie de Jong had suffered a medial collateral ligament tear.The Dutchman, who played through the injury at ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 2:00 PMBarcelona captain’s injury forces club to rethink summer transfer priorities – report
Barcelona were dealt a cruel injury blow early in pre-season when it emerged that captain Frenkie de Jong had suffered a medial collateral ligament tear.The Dutch midfield maestro played at the 2026 W...
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 5:55 PMBarcelona identify 26-year-old midfielder as an option after De Jong injury – report
Barcelona were dealt a cruel blow at the start of pre-season when it emerged that captain Frenkie de Jong had suffered a medial collateral ligament tear.The Dutchman, who played through the injury at ...
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