Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is facing several weeks on the sidelines after the La Liga champion said the Netherlands international had returned from FIFA World Cup 2026 with torn knee ligaments.
De Jong, 29, played at the tournament with a heavy bandage on his knee. The Netherlands bowed out following a Round of 32 loss to Morocco on penalties.
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“The injury was more serious than initially determined. Thankfully, at this stage there is no need for surgery, and I am now fully focused on my recovery,” De Jong posted on Instagram on Thursday.
Barcelona is set to start its bid for a third straight La Liga title with a visit to Elche on August 23.
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Published on Jul 23, 2026