Frenkie de Jong is an outstanding player in the world of football, who has been praised to become one of the wonderful players of his generation.
De Jong has been incredible since joining FC Barcelona in the summer of 2019, and he has performed excellently well in his chosen position on the pitch.
The Dutch midfielder joined the Spanish outfit from Ajax Amsterdam on the 23rd of January, 2019, for a fee of 75 million euros.
The 26-year-old plays in midfield for the Catalona, and can also play in other positions which makes him a utility player.
Who is Frenkie de Jong?
Frenkie De Jong is a professional football player who plays as a central midfield for Netherlands national team and Spanish club side FC Barcelona.
He’s classified as one of the best midfielders of his generation. He’s recognized for his passing, dribbling, vision, and technique, combined with strong defensive abilities and attacking skills.
Frenkie de Jong’s professional career
Frenkie De Jong began his career at Willem II in 2015, a year later, he joined the Dutch football top-flight league by signing up for Ajax Amsterdam for a fee reportedly worth 1 million euros.
He was quick to solidify himself as one of the best young midfielders in Europe during his spell at Ajax, following his domestic and European league debut campaign.
The midfielder won several individual and collective honors during his time with the former Eredivisie champions which includes the Eredivisie and KNVB Cup.
He was named Eredivisie player of the season and was a crucial part of Ajax’s first UEFA Champions League semi-final appearance during the 2018/19 season.
He made his senior International debut for the Netherlands national team in 2018, at the age of 20 years.
He became a key member of the team in 2019 during the UEFA Nations League inaugural edition, in which the Netherlands finished second. He also represented his nation at UEFA Euro 2020 and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
De Jong’s feats drew several top European clubs’ interest, including that of Manchester United, Manchester City, and Paris Saint Germain, but he opted to move to FC Barcelona ahead of other greater European clubs.
The 26-year-old’s decision to join the five-time UEFA Champions League-winning club is understood to be due to his intention to improve his career before making the switch to other European club sides.
Frenkie de Jong’s stats with FC Barcelona
The Dutch midfielder is currently in his fifth season at Barca, since joining the Spanish outfit De Jong. He has appeared 137 times in the La Liga games, with 11 goals scored and 13 assists.
The former Ajax player debuted in a La Liga game for Barcelona on the 16th of August, 2019, as a starter against Athletic Club at the age of 22 years and 96 days.
Frenkie de Jong’s injury
He has seen a low start to the new season following the player’s recent injury but could make a return shortly after his recovery.
The player sustained an injury during a La Liga match against Celta Vigo on Saturday, 23rd of September, 2023.
Frenkie de Jong’s net worth, personal information, and body measurements
De Jong’s net worth has been estimated to be within the region of 18 million euros and his father’s name is John de Jong, while his mother’s name is Marjon Schuchhard- De Bruijn.
His height is 178cm tall, and he weighs about 68kg.
Is Frenkie de Jong in a relationship?
The Dutchman has just got engaged to long-term girlfriend, Mikky Kiemeney in 2022.
He met his fiancee Mikky Kiemeney in high school and they have been dating since 2014.
The lovers are expecting their first child together in the coming months.
