Flick shows support for De Jong ahead of the match in Seville

Hansi Flick was seen yesterday with affectionate gestures towards Frenkie de Jong in the final training session before the team travelled to Seville to play Betis today. The gesture came 110 days after De Jong injured his right knee during the World Cup with the Netherlands, and his return to a squad.

Challenge under Flick's direction

The Dutchman, who has been a regular starter under Flick when he has been able to play, has missed 29 games due to injury in the German coach's three years. Now he faces the challenge of reintegrating in an environment where Rodri and the Pedri duo have created a new dynamic.

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Furthermore, Flick has decided that De Jong will not inherit the first captain's armband, which entails a recovery both on the football side and institutionally with the club and the supporters.