Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has departed the Netherlands national team training camp as a precautionary measure following a minor injury.
The Dutch football federation confirmed that the player experienced physical discomfort during a Nations League match against Greece on Friday.
According to the official statement from the national team, “Frenkie de Jong has been experiencing some minor physical discomfort and will miss the away fixture against Germany.”
The federation further explained the decision to withdraw the player from the upcoming travel plans.
“As a precaution, it has been decided that he will not travel to Berlin, as Monday’s match comes too soon for the midfielder,” the statement noted.
De Jong was removed from the pitch at halftime during the victory over Greece, which initially raised concerns regarding his availability.
The midfielder has previously dealt with long-term injury issues, leading to widespread concern among Barcelona supporters regarding this latest development.
However, reports from within the Barcelona organization suggest the situation is not severe.
Blaugrana insider Alex Pintanel provided an update on the player’s status through social media.
“Frenkie de Jong leaves the training camp as a precaution. Nothing serious. Glute discomfort. A week at most,” Pintanel reported.
This assessment suggests that the player will likely return to club duties quickly without suffering a significant layoff.
The decision to send him home from the international camp appears to be a calculated step to ensure he remains fit for the remainder of the domestic season.
Barcelona officials have not yet released a formal medical report, but the current consensus indicates a positive outlook for the midfielder.
Fans of the Spanish club will monitor his recovery closely as he prepares to rejoin the team following the international break.
For now, the focus remains on his rehabilitation and ensuring he avoids any further complications from the glute discomfort.