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Frenkie de Jong returns to training, may play in defense for Barcelona

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Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Frenkie de Jong returns to training, may play in defense for Barcelona
Summary

Frenkie de Jong is back in training with FC Barcelona following a knee injury. Reports suggest he could be deployed in central defense due to a surplus of midfielders and concerns about his recovery from the injury. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick acknowledged De Jong's versatility and indicated the club is managing his return carefully. Although he will miss the Champions League match against Galatasaray on October 12, de Jong might be available for the upcoming La Liga game against Real Betis on October 15.

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  • •Frenkie de Jong is training again after a knee injury.
  • •De Jong may play in central defense to reduce stress on his knee.
  • •Hansi Flick supports using De Jong in defense due to squad depth.
  • •De Jong will miss the Champions League match on October 12.
  • •He could return for the La Liga match against Real Betis on October 15.
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  • 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is Frenkie de Jong set for a new position at Barcelona after knee injury?
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Hansi Flick has reportedly been experimenting on the training ground.

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