Barça’s Midfield Revolution: Frenkie De Jong’s Exit Sparks Big Moves

The Blaugrana club is still anticipating the arrival of a new midfielder, with a potential trade already on the horizon. Frenkie de Jong has regained his top form with Barcelona, making him a possible bargaining chip in the pursuit of Sandro Tonali.

The Dutchman has attracted the attention of several clubs, while the Catalan side has added the Italian midfielder to their plans at the request of Hansi Flick.

Frenkie de Jong’s situation raises questions at FC Barcelona due to his high market value and significant wage demands, as he is one of the highest earners on the roster.

This financial impact has led Deco and the management team to consider putting him on the transfer market, though efforts to sell him have not yet succeeded. However, there are now options for a potential trade.

Frenkie de Jong departure

A departure for Frenkie de Jong could pave the way for Sandro Tonali to arrive at Barcelona.

The Catalan club is currently exploring the possibility of signing Tonali, a player who has displayed exceptional quality at Newcastle and could be available during the summer transfer window.

While Eddie Howe values Tonali as part of his plans, Newcastle has also shown interest in the Dutch midfielder, which could lead to an exchange.

Frenkie de Jong’s exit from Barcelona would enable the club to acquire the Italian midfielder—a move backed by the coach’s request.

This isn’t the first time Tonali has been on Barcelona’s radar, as the club made an unsuccessful attempt to sign him back in 2020.

Although the Dutchman has regained his top form, it would be wiser to agree on his departure, as a player exchange would be more beneficial.

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Barça Eyes Summer Trade to Reshape Midfield and Cut Costs

Given this, it’s expected that the exchange could happen in the summer transfer window. Although the prices being discussed for the Dutch player are high, with Sandro Tonali’s name on the deal, the deal could be completed for a lower price.

At the same time, the Catalans will free up a significant amount of wages and, in the process, will acquire one of the Premier League’s top talents.

We’ll have to wait and see what happens with this move. For now, Barcelona’s entourage will continue to monitor the Italian and, in turn, the proposal from Newcastle for Frenkie de Jong, who this time is increasingly close to leaving.

Expectations are high, and the idea is for a decision to be made in the moments leading up to the summer transfer window.