Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has expressed his frustration with the media for spreading what he calls 'lies' about his future at the club. The 26-year-old Dutch international has been the subject of speculation regarding a potential departure from Barcelona, with reports suggesting the club is looking to offload his salary.
De Jong, who is under contract with Barcelona until 2026, refuted these claims and emphasized his happiness at the club. He criticized the media for fabricating stories about his contract details and salary, stating that the reports are far from accurate.
Despite the rumors and false information circulating in the media, De Jong reiterated his commitment to Barcelona, describing the club as his dream destination. He expressed his desire to continue playing for the club for many more years.
This situation mirrors a similar scenario in 2022 when Barcelona was reportedly open to letting De Jong leave, leading to speculation about his salary. De Jong had previously accused the club's hierarchy of leaking information to the media.
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández, who has also been critical of the media, expressed his understanding of De Jong's frustrations. He praised De Jong as a key player for the team and emphasized his importance in the squad.
De Jong, who joined Barcelona from Ajax in 2019, has become a mainstay in the team with over 200 appearances. He remains focused on performing well for the club despite the distractions caused by media speculation.
Barcelona is gearing up for their Champions League clash against Napoli, with key players returning from injury. The team faces a Napoli side that recently changed their manager, adding an element of unpredictability to the upcoming match.
Xavi highlighted the challenges posed by Napoli but expressed confidence in his team's ability to deliver a strong performance and progress to the quarterfinals of the competition.
