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De Jong returns to training as Barcelona weighs his future amid reported City, Chelsea interest
October 8, 2026 at 09:02 PM
Frenkie de Jong has resumed training with Barcelona after a knee injury while his future at the club remains uncertain amid reported interest from Manchester City and Chelsea.
- De Jong returned to training Tuesday after tearing the lateral ligament in his right knee during the World Cup, choosing non-surgical treatment against club medical advice.
- Flick said De Jong will not play until he has fully recovered from the injury.
- Sport reported Manchester City studied signing De Jong in summer 2026 and requested his medical reports before deciding not to proceed.
- Sport said Barcelona's sporting director Deco did not oppose a suitable offer for the midfielder, and Chelsea is monitoring his situation.