The saga is finally over and the outcome is exactly what Cúles around the world wanted- Frenkie de Jong has signed a new long-term contract extension with FC Barcelona, officially tying him to the club until June 30, 2029.
The official confirmation on Wednesday, October 15, marks the end of months of negotiation and speculation, affirming the 28-year-old Dutchman as a foundational pillar of Hansi Flick’s project-
Key Details of the New Deal.
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- Contract Length: Extended until June 30, 2029 (a four-year renewal from his original 2026 expiration)-
- Release Clause: Reportedly increased from €400 million to a massive €500 million- This move solidifies his “untouchable” status alongside young stars like Pedri and Lamine Yamal-
- Financial Impact: The new agreement is crucial for Barcelona’s financial stability- The deal reportedly rationalizes his base wage structure and settles the complex issue of deferred payments from his previous contract extension during the COVID-19 pandemic- This helps the club better align with La Liga’s Financial Fair Play rules-
De Jong Addresses Salary Speculation
In comments made following the confirmation, De Jong directly addressed the media speculation that has plagued his contract situation for years, specifically regarding his wages-
Frenkie de Jong: “I won’t comment on my salary- Many fake news were shared about this in the recent years”
Frenkie de Jong: “What was said about my salary was greatly exaggerated, and the figures that were published were never accurate”
The midfielder’s comments stem from a period where his wage structure—which included significant deferred payments from the pandemic era—was repeatedly leaked and used to suggest he was vastly overpaid, a situation that strained his relationship with the club hierarchy
A Victory for Player and Club
This extension is seen as a major institutional victory for Barcelona, given the intense transfer interest from clubs like Manchester United in recent years- De Jong has consistently maintained his desire to stay at Camp Nou, the club he dreamed of playing for as a child
His signing secures one of the world’s best central midfielders for the foreseeable future- His composure, tactical intelligence, and ball progression are indispensable to the team’s identity and Flick’s system
With the Lewandowski injury currently sidelining the star striker, securing De Jong’s future provides a massive boost of stability and long-term ambition for the club, ensuring the midfield remains the engine room of the team for the next decade-
Check out the video below for a deeper look into the transfer drama that preceded this renewal: BREAKING! Frenkie De Jong Wants To Fire His Agent | Barcelona Will Pay Ter Stegen To Leave The Club.
This YouTube video provides context on the agent drama and financial pressure that were part of De Jong’s protracted contract situation.
🇳🇱 Frenkie de Jong’s FC Barcelona Career Stats (As of October 2025): ⚽
- Total Official Appearances: 266
- Total Goals / Assists: 19 goals / 22 assists
- Total Major Trophies Won: 6 titles
Trophy Breakdown: - La Liga (Spanish League Champion): 2 titles (2022/23, 2024/25)
- Copa del Rey (Spanish Cup Winner): 2 titles (2020/21, 2024/25)
- Supercopa de España (Spanish Super Cup Winner): 2 titles (2022/23, 2024/25)
Overall Career Performance:
The Dutch midfielder joined Barcelona in the summer of 2019 and has been a cornerstone of the team, having recently renewed his contract with the club until 2029.
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