Following Barcelona’s thrilling victory over Girona, the team consolidated its lead in the league, moving three points clear of second-placed Real Madrid and seven points clear of neighbors Atlético Madrid.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper ‘‘El Nacional‘‘, Barcelona’s match against Girona once again confirmed what many at Camp Nou have long believed: Frenkie de Jong is the heart of the Barcelona team. Although he started the match on the bench to manage his minutes, his introduction in the second half completely changed the course of the game, providing the fluidity, balance, and quality that the Blaugrana midfield desperately needed. His assist for the third goal was the culmination of a superb performance that reinforced what players like Lamine Yamal and Pedri already know: with De Jong in midfield, Barcelona becomes a different team.
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The newspaper indicated that Pedri asked Hansi Flick to start the team’s golden star, Frenkie de Jong, in all remaining matches this season. Pedri confirmed in press statements that De Jong’s presence alongside him on the field has a positive impact on the team’s overall performance, noting that his presence in midfield makes Barcelona stronger and more balanced.
Pedri said of his Dutch teammate, “As soon as he came on, Barcelona changed for the better,” referring to his clear impact on the team. De Jong plays a major role in improving the quality of build-up play and enhancing the team’s overall performance. Pedri considers De Jong one of the most important elements in Barcelona’s squad, bolstering their ability to control the game.
As the season draws to a close and Barcelona looks to maintain their lead and continue their pursuit of titles, it appears the tactical relationship between Pedri and De Jong will continue to significantly influence the team’s development, reinforcing the idea that the Dutch star should be a starter in every match.
