The Dutchman says he wants extra freedom
Frenkie de Jong has been speaking about Sergio Busquets and who will substitute the captain within the coronary heart of the Barcelona midfield.
Barca are considered eager to herald a brand new participant to take over from Busquets, though it’s additionally a task that the Dutchman might play.
De Jong says he’s nicely conscious of such speak however made it clear he thinks he’s a really totally different profile to the Barcelona legend.
“I hear it often, but I think we are different players. He is a real solid ‘6’ according to the Barcelona profile. I need freedom of movement,” he mentioned.
The midfielder additionally spoke about final summer season, when Barca tried to dump him, and says all is ok now and he nonetheless hopes to remain for a very long time.
“The club is in a difficult situation and they could earn a lot of money from me. But I wanted to stay,” he mentioned.
“I think life here is fantastic. If things continue to go well with myself and the club, I would like to stay here as long as possible.”
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It seems like De Jong will take pleasure in a a lot quiet switch window this time round. Rumors about his future dominated final summer season’s switch window however he’s gone on to turn into key to Xavi’s aspect.