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How long is Frenkie de Jong's new contract? Details of Barcelona offer revealed but agent fiasco still holding up Dutch midfielder's renewal

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<p>According to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20250728/1002507318/quieren-atar-frenkie-2028.html" target="_blank"><em>Mundo Deportivo</em></a>, Barcelona have offered De Jong a two-year contract extension on top of his current deal, taking his deal through to 2028. The proposal also includes an optional extra year, which could keep him at the club until 2029. However, despite his desire to stay, the Dutch international is currently unable to respond to the offer <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/frenkie-de-jong-agent-delay-barcelona-contract-extension-despite-midfielder-reaching-agreement/bltf46f2c85255e8e5e" target="_blank">due to a dispute with his agent Ali Dursun</a>. Until he legally severs ties with Dursun, he cannot appoint a new representative to handle negotiations.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The 28-year-old midfielder's current deal runs until 2026, and both player and club want to continue the partnership. He had a strong second half last season, earning a key role in Hansi Flick’s plans and establishing himself as a regular pivot in midfield. Despite a crowded midfield lineup featuring Gavi, Marc Casado and Marc Bernal, De Jong is seen as crucial to Barcelona’s rebuild and leadership core. The Catalan giants are eager to resolve the situation quickly, as they view De Jong’s contract extension as a pillar for long-term squad planning.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>If De Jong signs the new contract and completes the full term, he will mark 10 seasons at the Barca, having joined the club in 2019 from Ajax for €75 million (£63m/$86m). </p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Until De Jong formally ends his contract with Dursun, Barcelona must wait to open official talks. Once a new legal representative is confirmed, the club will look to finalise the deal swiftly and secure De Jong’s long-term future at Camp Nou.</p>

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How long is Frenkie de Jong's new contract? Details of Barcelona offer revealed but agent fiasco still holding up Dutch midfielder's renewal | Goal.com

Frenkie de Jong wants to stay at Barcelona, but his contract extension until 2028 is on hold as agent issues stall negotiations with the club.

How long is Frenkie de Jong&apos;s new contract? Details of Barcelona offer revealed but agent fiasco still holding up Dutch midfielder&apos;s renewal

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