Barcelona won the Spanish Super Cup after beating Real Madrid 5-2, but not all of the team’s players were satisfied with this victory.
Hansi Flick is looking to capitalize on the high morale of the Catalan team’s players to improve Barcelona’s situation in La Liga, with the hope of returning to the top of the table again.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper “El Nacional,” one of the most prominent players excluded was Frenkie de Jong, who did not participate in the final match for a single minute. This decision by coach Hansi Flick indicated that the Dutch player is not part of the coach’s future plans, which threatens his continuation in the team.
The match against their traditional rivals not only confirmed the great level presented by Barcelona, but also made Flick’s intentions regarding De Jong’s future clear. The German coach preferred to rely on players such as Gavi, Pedri, and Casado in midfield, leaving the Dutchman out even at moments when his experience could have been useful.
Flick’s message was clear: De Jong must look for a way out in the winter transfer market if he wants to play regularly. Otherwise, he will struggle to get important minutes in the near future, especially with the team being strengthened by young players who have earned the coach’s trust.
However, the final decision remains with De Jong, who has always shown a desire to succeed at Barcelona. But with few opportunities and the pressure of being on the bench, the player and his team are likely to reconsider his future.
Meanwhile, Joan Laporta and Deco are closely monitoring the situation. De Jong’s possible departure in January could help ease the club’s financial burden and open up room in the salary cap for new signings. However, Barcelona will not give up on the player easily and hopes to receive an offer that satisfies their financial ambitions.