Frenkie de Jong Opens Up About Return from Injury and Barcelona’s Performance Against Rayo
Following his return to action in Barcelona’s 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano, Frenkie de Jong candidly reflected on his individual performance and the team’s overall display. The Dutch midfielder, who made a comeback after a two-month absence due to injury, expressed his dissatisfaction with his own form and emphasized the need for continued hard work.
“I was not good today. I didn’t feel good,” De Jong admitted in a post-match statement. “We have to keep working hard to improve. We need to be more consistent with the ball; with possession, we were not well. There is confidence in the team, the plan is good, but we need to keep going.”
De Jong played the full 90 minutes in the draw against Rayo Vallecano, marking his first appearance since sustaining an injury against Celta on September 23. His return comes after missing seven Liga games and three matches in European competitions during his recovery period.
As Barcelona faces a busy schedule, De Jong’s reintegration into the squad and his quest for full fitness will be closely monitored, with expectations of continued contributions to the team’s midfield.
