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De Jong back in squad: 'Underrated, but the best player in the Netherlands'
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De Jong returns to the Netherlands squad after injury, with analyst Krabbendam calling him underrated but the best player in the team.
Frenkie de Jong has been recalled to the Netherlands squad after missing the first international break under new coach Xavi due to injury. The Barcelona midfielder will be welcomed back by Xavi, according to Oranje-watcher Martijn Krabbendam, who describes de Jong as underrated but the team's best player.
The piece also examines the striker position, where Donyell Malen must prove himself as the undisputed attacking leader for the national team.
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UK timesStrong4 reports from 3 outlets. First reported by NOS, Mon 05:10.
- NOS
- Voetbal International
- Mundo Deportivo
- De Jong must accelerate Xavi's ambitious plans for Netherlands: 'He has everything'NOS
- De Jong back in squad: 'Underrated, but the best player in the Netherlands'Voetbal InternationalThis article
- De Jong's return to Netherlands squad costs Kenneth Taylor his placeMundo Deportivo
- Does De Jong's return mean Veerman loses his place in Xavi's Netherlands?NOS
