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Frenkie de Jong set to return to group training next week for Barcelona

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 6:50 PM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Frenkie de Jong set to return to group training next week for Barcelona

Summary

Frenkie de Jong has not yet played for FC Barcelona this season due to a knee injury sustained during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After opting against surgery in favor of conservative treatment, he has shown steady progress in his recovery. Reports indicate he will start training with the team next week, initially participating in limited sessions. Barcelona has not set a specific date for his return to competitive play as they monitor his condition following training. The team's upcoming fixtures include matches against Getafe and Galatasaray.

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Status Watch

•De Jong suffered a knee injury this summer during the World Cup.
•He has been training alone but will rejoin group sessions next week.
•Barcelona has not established a timeline for his return to play.
•The team plays Getafe and Galatasaray shortly after the international break.
•Upcoming matches against PSG and Real Madrid highlight the need for his fitness.

Latest Updates

6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona midfielder making progress in his recovery, will rejoin group training next week

What they're saying

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Frenkie de Jong has yet to play a single minute of football for FC Barcelona this season.The Netherlands international returned to the club in the summer with a knee injury he sustained while in actio...
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