Frenkie de Jong set for medical assessment following World Cup injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Frenkie de Jong is returning to Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper for a critical medical evaluation following a knee injury sustained during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reports indicate that the injury worsened during the tournament, leading to significant concern for Barcelona. Initial assessments ruled out major ligament damage, but further tests are needed as swelling initially obstructed a complete examination. De Jong is expected to be sidelined for three to four months, indicating he will miss the start of the upcoming season. Barcelona does not plan to sign a replacement in the current transfer window.
- •De Jong suffered a knee injury during the World Cup.
- •He will undergo further medical assessments this week.
- •Initial tests ruled out major ligament damage.
- •Barcelona expects him to miss three to four months.
- •The club will not seek a replacement midfielder.
- 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona captain set for crucial medical assessment after World Cup injury – report
"Barcelona are closing in on a crucial decision regarding Frenkie de Jong’s injury, with the Dutch midfielder set to return to the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper in the coming days for further medical ...
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