Frenkie de Jong to sign four-year contract extension with Barcelona

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is finally set to formalise his future with the club by signing a four-year contract extension until June 2029, according to Mundo Deportivo.

A formal announcement is expected soon, with all necessary parties having given the green light to the contract terms.

While de Jong will continue to receive his current salary for the remainder of this season, the revised wages will take effect from July 1, 2026.

Significantly, the renewal also includes a substantial increase in his release clause from €400 million to €500m.

After arriving with high expectations following a stellar breakthrough season with Ajax, De Jong hit the ground running with Barcelona.

He has subsequently established himself as one of the best midfielders in the world, renowned for his vision, ball control and ability to dictate the tempo of the game.

Despite turbulent times for Barcelona in recent years, including financial struggles and managerial changes, the Dutchman has remained a consistent performer. 

De Jong’s versatility enables him to excel in both deep-lying playmaker and box-to-box midfielder roles.

Fresh from featuring in the Netherlands’ 4-0 World Cup qualifying victories over Malta and Finland, De Jong will be aiming to help Barcelona return to winning ways in Saturday’s clash against Girona.

The Spanish champions suffered defeats against Paris Saint-Germain and Sevilla just before the international break.

They have the opportunity to reclaim top spot in La Liga before Real Madrid visit Getafe on Sunday.