Goodbye to Barcelona.. Hansi Flick identifies the ideal replacement for De Jong, and asks Laporta to sign him immediately

Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, is moving quickly to find an ideal replacement for Frenkie de Jong should the Dutch midfielder decide to leave next season. De Jong’s future at the club is uncertain, with inconsistent performances this season and his high salary becoming a financial burden on Barcelona, who are still working towards stabilizing their finances.

According to *El Nacional*, German coach Hansi Flick, aware of the situation, believes that selling De Jong could be the best solution both on and off the pitch. Flick has identified Milan’s Tijani Reynders, a standout midfielder in Serie A, as the perfect replacement. At 26, Reynders has impressed with his ability to control the game, his passing range, and ball control, making him a key player for Milan and attracting interest from top European clubs.

Flick is confident that Reynders’ style would fit Barcelona’s tactical needs, having closely followed his development. Reynders’ vision and energy would provide the dynamism that Barcelona requires in midfield. Deco also sees Reynders as a valuable addition, believing he would bring flexibility and drive to the team’s future plans.

However, securing Reynders is expected to be challenging. Milan recognizes the midfielder’s value and, after his strong performances this season, is unlikely to part with him cheaply. Nevertheless, Deco believes that the funds from De Jong’s potential sale could be enough to finance the transfer.

Barcelona’s management is seriously considering this move, and Flick views Reynders as the ideal player to strengthen the midfield and help Barcelona renew their squad. While negotiations are still in early stages, Reynders is becoming one of Deco’s top priorities for next season. If the deal materializes, it could mark a major change in Barcelona’s squad, with Reynders potentially being the key to revitalizing their midfield and improving their European competitiveness.