Frenkie de Jong aims for minutes against Real Madrid after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona expressed his readiness to return to action following a knee injury. The midfielder has been sidelined since the World Cup but confirmed he has been cleared to play. De Jong acknowledged fans' frustrations regarding his absence and hopes to feature in the match against Real Madrid, scheduled for October 29, 2026. While he may not start, he is eager to contribute off the bench at Camp Nou.
- •Frenkie de Jong has recovered from a knee injury.
- •He aims to play against Real Madrid on October 29.
- •De Jong understands fan criticism during his absence.
- •He has not played this season prior to this comeback attempt.
- •Barcelona faces Real Madrid at Camp Nou.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Frenkie de Jong hoping for minutes against Real Madrid as Barcelona star takes aim at critics
"The midfielder is ready to make his return.
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