Barcelona triumphed in the Spanish Super Cup by defeating Real Madrid 5-2, but not all players were pleased with the victory. Hansi Flick is keen to leverage the team’s high spirits to improve Barcelona’s position in La Liga and regain the top spot.
Reports from the Spanish newspaper El Nacional indicate that one of the notable exclusions was Frenkie de Jong, who didn’t feature in the final at all. Flick’s decision suggests that De Jong is not part of his long-term plans, casting doubt on his future at the club.
Barcelona’s performance in the match highlighted their strong form, but it also made Flick’s stance on De Jong clear. The German coach opted for midfielders like Gavi, Pedri, and Casado over De Jong, even in situations where his experience could have been valuable. Flick’s message was explicit: if De Jong wants consistent playing time, he should consider leaving during the winter transfer window. Otherwise, he may continue to struggle for minutes as younger players gain the coach’s trust.
The final choice rests with De Jong, who has expressed a desire to succeed at Barcelona, but with limited opportunities and growing pressure from being sidelined, a change in his future seems likely.
Meanwhile, Joan Laporta and Deco are closely monitoring the situation. De Jong’s potential departure could alleviate some of the club’s financial strain and create space in the salary cap for new acquisitions. However, Barcelona is not eager to part ways with the player and hopes to receive an offer that aligns with their financial goals.
