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De Jong back in Barcelona squad, Flick considers deploying him as defender
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De Jong returns to Barcelona's squad after knee injury at Women's World Cup; Flick may deploy him as centre-back rather than midfielder.
Frenkie de Jong has been cleared to return for Barcelona's away match at Real Betis on Saturday, ending his absence since suffering a knee injury at the Women's World Cup. Manager Hansi Flick revealed he is considering using the 29-year-old as a centre-back rather than in his usual midfield role, saying De Jong offers an extra defensive option. Barcelona have won their first eight league matches this season and lead Betis by five points.
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UK timesStrong5 reports from 4 outlets. First reported by Fabrizio Romano, 16 Oct.
- Fabrizio Romano
- NOS
- Voetbal International
- Mundo Deportivo
- Medical clearance for De Jong: timeline of his ordealMundo Deportivo
- De Jong back in Barcelona squad, Flick considers deploying him as defenderNOSThis article
- Frenkie de Jong back available for Barcelona after injuryFabrizio Romano
- Barcelona return nears for 'top player' Frenkie de JongVoetbal International
- Frenkie de Jong back available for Barcelona after injuryFabrizio Romano
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