It has been reported that Barcelona have signed Dutch midfielder Luuk de Jong on loan from Sevilla, with the transfer taking place just before the transfer deadline. Although the Dutchman is unlikely to be a regular at Camp Nou, he will give the team more experience and the possibility of scoring goals when needed. The details of the deal were revealed by Diario de Sevilla. Barcelona will pay Sevilla a third of the transfer fee, with Sevilla paying the other two thirds.
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Frenkie de Jong’s gross base salary of 18 million dollars
Frenkie De Jong’s salary is one of the most important aspects of his net worth. Although the Dutch midfielder is highly paid in Spain, his earnings are volatile. His recent form is impressive but his performance in big games has often been overlooked. Although he has been criticised for his poor game-plans he has still been involved with some major smashings.
The general consensus is that a football player should earn a salary that is proportional to his ability. Frenkie de Jong now earns less than a third the amount he earned before the coronavirus struck the Netherlands. His contract with FC Barcelona is valid until June 2026. He also receives a 400 million Euro buyout clause. The Dutch international is also an extremely popular player in Spain, earning over EUR18 million per year.
Despite this, he has scored four goals and provided four assists for Barcelona so far this season. He has also been a defensive midfielder for the club, but is considered one of the best in the world. His net salary at Barcelona is approximately 18 million euros per year and he is eligible for six million dollar bonuses. This is evident in his desire to sign De Jong.
The Dutch international has been linked with Barcelona for months. While he would be a very useful addition to the squad, there are many questions about his future. If he does join the Blaugrana, he will be replaced by another player. Gavi and Nico have shown more leadership qualities than De Jong. The Dutch international will be moving on to a new club if the former happens.
Clement Lenglet’s career at Barca
Clement Lenglet, like many young football players, started his football career as a struggling amateur. Initially, he preferred playing PS and football with his father, but at age four he was already competing against 7-year-olds. As his interest in football increased, he was given the number 10 shirt by his father. His father supported him and encouraged him to continue playing football. Lenglet is now one the most successful goalkeepers in Barca’s history.
A move to Sevilla FC followed. Eight days after signing for Sevilla FC, Lenglet made his debut at Sevilla. He also contributed to the success of Seville in the Europa League last season. Lenglet was awarded a spot in the ESPN FC Champions League Best XI for his performance in January 2018. The Frenchman’s performance at Sevilla caught the attention of FC Barcelona, and he subsequently signed a contract with the club.
Although his injury has ruled him out for two weeks, Lenglet has made the right choice in a three-man backline. As he played against Sevilla, his confidence and dynamism was evident. Lenglet, despite his age, held his defensive position flawlessly and tracked the attacking team’s attackers, intercepting key passes, and providing excellent support. While he is just 25 years old, his impressive performances will be rewarded when he becomes one of the best defenders in the world.
As a youngster, Lenglet’s childhood and early years in Barcelona were largely difficult. Lenglet, a veteran professional, has become a champion. A rare trait among football players. His hard work and determination have set him apart from other players in his club. Eric Abidal, the Barcelona sports director, once said, “I’ve rarely seen a player behave like that in the past.”
Lenglet moved to Barcelona from Nancy in 2013 and began his professional football career with Barcelona. In his first two seasons, he made 85 appearances and helped Nancy to win the Ligue 2 title. He signed a five year contract with Barcelona in January 2017, and he then joined the club for EUR35 million. Many premier league clubs are watching the Frenchman’s progress at Barcelona. Lenglet’s 300million release clause has been justified by his incredible success.
Luuk de Jong’s incision before the goal
Despite his lukewarm start to his career with Barcelona, Luuk de Jong has surpassed all expectations with his recent incision in front of goal. The Dutchman has been in action for 496 minutes and already scored one goal in league play. Moreover, his manager, Ronald Koeman, has labelled him as better than Neymar in the air, but this is not enough to convince him to stick around. It seems that the Spaniards have paid dearly because they didn’t have a more clinical finish, and that is why their season ended in such a disappointing fashion.
Luuk de Jong’s first season as a Dutchman with the club was a success. He showed promise and a genuine desire to learn. He was not popular at Sevilla but has since gained the trust of his supporters. Despite being unpopular in some quarters, he is now one of Barcelona’s most impressive and exciting forwards. He is not perfect, however.
Despite his ominous appearance, Luuk de Jong’s recent goal has boosted his confidence in the team. De Jong will now play a larger role in the team’s future after scoring two goals in three league games. If he doesn’t score soon, he’ll return to the bench. However, he’s unlikely to be an automatic starter in Barcelona’s first team again until the end of the season.
Last season, De Jong scored six goals for Sevilla. However, after missing the final game with COVID-19, he has been recalled to the squad for this season. De Jong’s 92nd minute header against Alaves has made it possible for the Blaugrana to draw two defeats. If he continues to play well, he’ll make a strong case for a starting spot in the team when Memphis Depay returns from injury.
De Jong’s recent move in front of Barcelona’s goal is a great example of how to improve a player’s game. Although his performance was disappointing, De Jong is a highly-rated striker who is one of Barcelona’s most important players. He has the potential to make a huge impact as a sub, but it’s unlikely to be enough to win them the Champions League.
Xavi’s plans for the player
Xavi already stated that he would love to sign a winger. But the Dutchman has also revealed that he would rather sign De Jong. He believes that the Dutch international is better suited for Xavi’s system. But Depay is also wanted by Juventus and it’s not clear whether he will join the Catalan giants. But one thing is certain: if he joins Barcelona, it won’t be as a striker.
Barca’s Dutchman will be restricted by his lack of speed and aerial threat in the coming weeks. He’s likely to be dropped at the beginning of the season due to his recent form. This could be a blessing in disguise as a good performance could give Barca an impetus to reconsider their transfer policy. The club’s loan agreement with De Jong runs out at the end of the season.
Xavi Hernandez has also acknowledged the professionalism of the Dutchman. Luuk is a hard worker in training and is always available to help the team when they need him. Moreover, the Dutchman has two goals and one is marked. It’s hard to find a player with the same professionalism, work ethic and mentality as Luuk de Jong. The Dutchman has a winning mentality and has a winning mindset. In the past, Xavi said that he wants to win something. This has only increased his confidence in himself and his squad.
Luuk de Jong, who was brought to Barcelona by Xavi, has been a regular fixture. In January, he was sold to a German team. However, he has continued to deliver game-winning performances. The season’s final game was Luuk de Jong’s last-gasp equalizer against Bayern Munich in a 2-2 draw. He was dominant in the air and he perfectly placed the ball in the bottom right corner.
After signing him from Sevilla, Barcelona were expected to use him in a different way. Luuk de Jong was brought in as a season-long loan. He had a difficult time establishing himself as a first team striker in the first team. This has changed his future as a Barcelona player. He’s now part of Xavi Hernandez’s plans at the Nou Camp.