Frenkie de Jong has given his approval to sign his new contract at Barcelona until June 2029.

 

In a major boost for FC Barcelona, midfield star Frenkie de Jong has reportedly decided to sign a new contract, ending months of speculation surrounding his future. 

With the Dutchman’s current deal set to expire in 2026, the renewal will see him extend his stay at Camp Nou until June 2029.

Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that a verbal agreement is in place and only final administrative steps remain before the deal is officially announced. The club and De Jong are expected to finalize the paperwork soon, with October 15 being suggested as a potential announcement date.

Key details of the new contract

This new long-term commitment is significant for both the player and the club and is reported to include a change to his salary structure: 

A new contract structure: The new deal will place De Jong within Barcelona's current, more structured wage policy.

Reduced fixed wages: His new fixed salary is reported to be significantly lower than his previous, inflated contract, which had deferred payments from the COVID-19 pandemic era.

Incentive-based pay: While his fixed salary will be reduced, the contract is likely to include bonuses tied to performance and team achievements. This aligns his earnings with the club's on-field success. 

Why this renewal is a major victory for Barcelona

For months, Barcelona's financial issues have created uncertainty around De Jong's future. The renewal provides the club with several key benefits:

Financial stability: By agreeing to a reduced salary, De Jong is helping the club address its ongoing wage bill challenges. 

This also frees up funds that can be used for new signings.

Long-term security: Securing one of the team's most important players for another four years ensures long-term stability in midfield for head coach Hansi Flick.

A statement of intent: Committing De Jong's future to the club sends a strong signal about Barcelona's intent to build a new project around its core talent.

Ending transfer speculation: The new deal puts an end to persistent transfer rumors, which have linked De Jong with clubs like Manchester United for years.

🚨💙❤️ Frenkie de Jong has given his approval to sign his new contract at Barcelona until June 2029.

The verbal agreement is done on every detail, just waiting on formal steps on both sides. pic.twitter.com/ovFkvhPpIG

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 9, 2025

For Frenkie de Jong, this decision proves his commitment to the club, rejecting a more lucrative wage structure in favor of remaining in Catalonia, where he and his family are happy. With the deal seemingly wrapped up, all parties can now focus on the rest of the season.