Frenkie de Jong enthusiastic about Netherlands' style under Xavi

De Jong praised Xavi's clear tactical vision and recognizable patterns in Netherlands' recent matches, highlighting the coach's emphasis on pressing and building from the back.

Frenkie de Jong expressed enthusiasm about the Netherlands' development under new manager Xavi Hernández, despite missing the first international break through injury. De Jong followed the matches from afar and was impressed by what he saw.

"What I observed was good progress," De Jong said. "You could clearly see that Xavi is always looking for the free man. The football was recognizable with clear patterns. You could see how the coach wants to build, the things that were trained or discussed. The general vision is clear: he wants to press high, build carefully from the back, and create many chances."

De Jong highlighted Xavi's clarity in coaching and tactical approach. "Xavi constantly tries to create an overload situation on the pitch, and how he wants us to do that depends on how the opponent presses. I also find him very clear in his coaching. He knows exactly what he wants and works towards it." De Jong will return as Netherlands captain following Virgil van Dijk's absence.