Barcelona frustrated with Frenkie de Jong's World Cup conduct
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Barcelona's board is unhappy with midfielder Frenkie de Jong due to his recent behavior at the World Cup. Following his return for medical checks, De Jong was diagnosed with a serious knee injury, expected to sideline him for several months. Reports indicate Barcelona executives were displeased with how he managed his fitness, opting to prioritize World Cup readiness over avoiding injury in the closing stages of the previous season. As De Jong recovers, midfielder Marc Bernal is anticipated to gain more playing time during the forthcoming season.
- •Barcelona board frustrated with Frenkie de Jong's World Cup behavior
- •De Jong suffers serious knee injury, sidelining him for months
- •Club executives unhappy with his fitness management strategy
- •Marc Bernal expected to receive increased playing time during recovery
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona board ‘not pleased’ with midfielder’s actions at the World Cup
"The brass at La Liga giants Barcelona have been left frustrated by the recent behaviour of midfield star Frenkie de Jong. This comes amid accusations of poor planning and decision-making on the part o...
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