Frenkie de Jong explains why he stays at Barcelona despite World Cup pain
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- Category: Sports
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 03:00 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Sport
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong said it crossed his mind to leave the club but he chose to stay, even as he copes with lingering injuries from the World Cup. He also highlighted breaking a Dutch record for Barcelona appearances and being close to a third La Liga title. The Guardian reports his comments during a training‑ground interview.
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