
According to the newspaper As, Francie De Jong's performance at Barca this season cannot match his high value.
De Jong, 24, joined Barca for 86 million euros in the summer of 2019 and made 42 appearances in his debut season, contributing 2 goals and 4 assists. He took over the coaching whip from Koeman last season, scoring seven goals and providing eight assists in 51 games.
The Ass newspaper said last season's progress seemed to herald his outburst this season. But what he expected didn't happen, and his performance declined. He played 77 minutes in yesterday's National Derby, conceded five possessions, was fouled only once and did not have a single shot from within the frame of the goal. Such unsatisfactory performances are a microcosm of his recent past.
De Jong has made 11 appearances for the team this season, scoring just two assists. His contract with Barca expires in the summer of 2026.
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