Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has spoken about Xavi Hernandez's appointment as Netherlands national team manager and his own difficult injury spell at the Catalan club. De Jong admitted he was "a little surprised" by the news of his former Barcelona coach taking the Dutch job.
The Dutch international has faced a challenging period with injuries during his time at Barcelona, limiting his playing time and impact. De Jong's comments came in an interview with Barca Universal on October 31, 2026.
