Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has sustained a slight injury to the external obturator muscle in his right leg, the club has confirmed. His availability for upcoming matches will depend on how quickly he responds to treatment and rehabilitation in the coming days.
The Dutch international has been an important figure for Barça at the start of the 2025/26 season, making two full appearances so far. He featured for the entire 90 minutes in the team’s 3-0 away victory against Mallorca on the opening weekend of La Liga, showcasing his usual control and composure in midfield. De Jong also played a central role in the 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano at Vallecas, Barça’s last fixture before the international break.
On the international stage, De Jong started for the Netherlands in their 1-1 draw with Poland, a match notable for featuring his Barcelona teammate Robert Lewandowski on the opposite side. However, his involvement was cut short when he was forced off in the 83rd minute due to the muscle issue, which ultimately ruled him out of the remainder of the national team’s schedule.
Barcelona will be closely monitoring his recovery, as De Jong remains a key player in Hansi Flick’s midfield setup**, providing balance between defense and attack. His absence, even if brief, could pose a challenge as the Catalan giants prepare for a demanding run of fixtures in La Liga and the Champions League.
