Frenkie de Jong
World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Japan | 90 | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Sweden | 59 | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Tunisia | 72 | 6.9 | 0 | 0 |
Frenkie de Jong built his reputation at Ajax under Erik ten Hag as a deep-lying midfielder who carries the ball out from defence with an almost reckless elegance, and Barcelona paid heavily to bring him to Camp Nou in 2019. His time there has been complicated — injuries, a protracted saga over deferred wages, and persistent transfer speculation — yet when fit he remains one of the most technically refined midfielders in Europe. For the Netherlands he is the pivot around whom the team breathes, capable of progressing play through tight spaces in ways few midfielders can replicate.
Arkel, Netherlands · 1997-05-12
Career
Barcelona2019 – present
Ajax2016 – 2018Frequently asked questions
How old is Frenkie de Jong?
Frenkie de Jong is 29 years old (born 1997-05-12).
What club does Frenkie de Jong play for?
Frenkie de Jong plays for Barcelona and represents Netherlands.
What position does Frenkie de Jong play?
Frenkie de Jong plays as a Midfielder, wearing #21.
How has Frenkie de Jong performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Frenkie de Jong has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 7.3 at the 2026 World Cup.