Barcelona want to sell their leader in winter. What happened?

Frenkie de Jong's future at Barcelona has suddenly become one of the biggest stories ahead of the winter transfer window.

Details: According to De Telegraaf, Barcelona are looking to sell Frenkie de Jong when the January transfer window opens. The Catalan club reportedly plan to demand €50 million guaranteed plus another €15 million in potential add-ons for the Dutch midfielder.

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The report claims that sporting director Deco and president Joan Laporta are seeking a buyer for the 29-year-old midfielder. Barcelona hope that clubs from the Premier League or Saudi Pro League will show concrete interest and be prepared to meet the club's financial demands.

The latest transfer report arrives while De Jong is still working his way back from a serious knee injury suffered during the World Cup. Barcelona's official website continues to list the Netherlands international as a member of Hansi Flick's first-team squad, where he wears the No. 21 shirt.

It is worth noting that De Jong only extended his contract with Barcelona in October 2025. The agreement runs until June 2029, meaning the Catalans would be negotiating from a strong contractual position if they decide to sanction a January departure.

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