Barcelona plans Frenkie de Jong's return in the first week of October
Specific rehabilitation plan
has published a detailed recovery plan and attaches a concrete date: the first week of October De Jong must return to the training field. The Spanish outlet emphasizes that he still needs two to three weeks before coach Hansi Flick can use him again in competitive matches.
Impact on Barcelona’s agenda
After the international break, Barcelona has a busy schedule, meaning De Jong does not get direct match involvement. writes: ‘That does not facilitate De Jong’s return’, because he must achieve a minimal match rhythm to not fall out of the tempo in a team that plays at a breakneck speed.
The publication also points to a more realistic moment for his first competitive debut: the match against Alavés on 1 November. There De Jong may possibly return to action for the first time.
The injury occurred during the World Cup, where De Jong played for the Netherlands, which caused dissatisfaction at Barcelona. In addition, the arrival of Rodri has brought extra competition for the midfield position to Camp Nou.