At the beginning of the month, Frenkie de Jong made his long-awaited return to the training of Barcelona. He has been out of action since April with a bad ankle injury – he was only unavailable for 4-5 weeks, but he ended up returning in more than five months.
Despite his return has become more of a reality, Barcelona is still apprehensive to give the medical green light. Recent reports have stated that de Jong still suffers from discomfort in his calf, and that the sensations often vary from day to day. Therefore, it is difficult to define when a return is possible.
According to MDBarcelona intends to define the situation on Monday. After that day's training session, it will be determined whether de Jong can be included in the squad of the day against Young Boys, or if not, that for next weekend's La Liga match at Alaves.
After Monday's training session, it will be decided if Frenkie de Jong will be called up for the game against Young Boys. The Dutchman has not played for more than five months, but is on the verge of receiving the medical green light. @sergisoleMD
— Barcacentre (@barcacentre) September 28, 2024
De Jong was left out, and his return will take the pressure off Marc Casado and Pedri, who have been Hansi Flick's first choice midfield partners in recent weeks. Barcelona take advantage of his comeback, even if I'm right to still be worried about his blue.
