Hansi Flick’s decision seems to have been made about Frenkie de Jong

Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong is approaching a crossroads at the club in 2025.

De Jong has tentatively returned to full fitness in recent weeks, after a miserable series of injury setbacks over the past 12 months, which had put his Blaugrana career in jeopardy.

However, despite still having some support within the club, rumors persist over their long-term plan for him, with the 27-year-old out of contract in Catalonia in 2026.

While talks over an extension have yet to come to fruition, De Jong faces a decision, with the club open to a sale, as part of their attempt to resolve outstanding wages owed to the Netherlands international.

Hansi Flick has refused to close the door on De Jong and the former Bayern Munich coach insists he “knows what he has to do” to secure a regular place in his team.

As reported by Mundo Deportivo, Flick’s unwillingness to bring in De Jong, through Marcus Sorg, in the 2-1 La Liga defeat to Atlético Madrid is revealing.

Defender Eric Garcia was preferred as a late substitute in midfield, which could be an indication of what is thought of De Jong.