Frenkie de Jong's transfer is taking shape. After a long period of rumors, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund seem to have reached an agreement for the transfer of the Dutch midfielder.
The news has gained momentum after Barça's recent match against Betis, where De Jong's future seems better defined. President Joan Laporta has given the green light to the operation. The player's destination could be the Bundesliga, under the direction of an old acquaintance.
Nuri Sahin's Departure and the New Era at Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund is going through a streak of negative results, which has put coach Nuri Sahin's continuity in question. Despite having shown capability at Bayern Munich, Sahin hasn't managed to make the same impact on the yellow team.
This has led Dortmund's management to consider a change. The option of former Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag is gaining strength.
Ten Hag's possible arrival at Dortmund brings a key piece with it: Frenkie de Jong. They both shared a brilliant period at Ajax, where the Dutch midfielder established himself as one of the most outstanding prospects in European soccer. After a failed attempt to sign him during Ten Hag's time at Manchester United, fate seems to have brought them together again.
The Relationship between Ten Hag and De Jong
The relationship between Ten Hag and De Jong is key in this potential transfer. The Dutch coach considers the midfielder an essential player to rebuild Dortmund. His vision of the game and skill in the midfield would be crucial to regain competitiveness in the Bundesliga and Europe.
Ten Hag tried to sign De Jong at Manchester United, but negotiations with Barcelona failed. However, the interest in the player remains intact, and now, with a new opportunity at Dortmund, the coach would be determined to sign him. For De Jong, it would be a great opportunity to relaunch his career with a coach who already trusted in his talent.
Barça Opens the Door to the Sale
From Barcelona, the signs indicate that the club is willing to negotiate Frenkie de Jong's departure. Although he remains key, Hansi Flick's lack of confidence has raised doubts about his continuity. The German coach hasn't counted on De Jong on several occasions, leading the club to consider other options.
Additionally, Barcelona needs to strengthen other areas of the team, and De Jong's sale could relieve the finances of the club. The operation with Dortmund seems to be a real possibility, especially if the economic conditions that Barcelona considers fair for the player are met.