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Barcelona frustrations grow with Frenkie de Jong over injury recovery choice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Barcelona frustrations grow with Frenkie de Jong over injury recovery choice
Summary

Barcelona is increasingly frustrated with midfielder Frenkie de Jong after he rejected surgery for a World Cup injury. De Jong's conservative recovery approach has not delivered the expected results, leaving the club feeling he should have opted for surgery sooner. The club argues that his current rehabilitation timeline exceeds what was intended, which adds to tensions regarding his commitment. Barcelona seeks clarity on de Jong's recovery process and the potential for surgery to allow better planning for the upcoming season.

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  • •Frenkie de Jong is sidelined after an injury sustained during the World Cup.
  • •Barcelona wants de Jong to undergo surgery to aid recovery.
  • •Tensions are rising at the club over de Jong's treatment decisions.
  • •The club believes de Jong's rehab has extended beyond acceptable limits.
  • •Barcelona may seek roster adjustments based on de Jong's long-term recovery.
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  • 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona angry at injured midfielder over his decision to not opt for surgery – report
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Frenkie de Jong is the single biggest absentee for Barcelona heading into the new season.The Dutch midfielder picked up an injury during the World Cup and has been sidelined ever since, leaving a nota...

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