De Jong returns with Netherlands

De Jong returns to Netherlands squad after knee injury sustained at World Cup; will play Nations League matches against Greece and Germany.

Frenkie de Jong has been recalled to the Netherlands squad for the upcoming international break after recovering from a knee injury sustained at the World Cup. The Barcelona midfielder suffered a torn medial collateral ligament in his right knee during the tournament and missed matches in September and October. He is now fit and has been selected by manager Xavi Hernández for Nations League fixtures against Greece on 13 November and Germany on 16 November.

De Jong is a key player for the Dutch national team and will look to help maintain their unbeaten record under Xavi. The midfielder has only played three matches for Barcelona this season due to his recovery period. Other changes to Xavi's squad include the inclusion of left-back Ian Maatsen, midfielder Guus Til and forward Mexx Meerdink, while injured players Ryan Gravenberch, Jeremie Frimpong, Jorrel Hato and Nathan Aké have been left out.