Financial details of Barcelona’s offer to Frenkie de Jong including crucial release clause

Barcelona are determined to extend  Frenkie de Jng’s contract but aim to introduce notable changes to his salary structure to align with their financial situation.

As reported by SPORT, the club wants to secure the Dutch midfielder’s future while addressing ongoing budgetary constraints. Currently earning €19 million per season, De Jong remains a crucial part of Hansi Flick’s squad, making his renewal a top priority. However, due to financial limitations, Barcelona have restructured their proposal to fit within their revised wage framework.

Revised Financial Terms

After a lengthy pause in negotiations, Barcelona have presented De Jong with a final offer that maintains his overall earnings but adjusts how they are distributed. Instead of a high fixed salary, the new deal would include a lower guaranteed wage, with performance-based bonuses compensating for the difference.

Additionally, the club intends to remove deferred payments that were initially introduced under former president Josep Maria Bartomeu during the pandemic.

Uncertain Response

De Jong has yet to respond to the offer, though sources from The Athletic indicate that discussions are ongoing. At 27, this could be his last chance to secure a major contract, adding further significance to the negotiations.

Key Release Clause

A crucial element of Barcelona’s proposal is the inclusion of an €80 million release clause. Given De Jong’s form, this amount is seen as attainable for potential suitors, ensuring Barcelona would not lose him for a reduced fee if he chooses to leave.

Despite repeatedly expressing his desire to stay, De Jong continues to attract interest from Europe’s elite clubs. If he agrees to the structured renewal, it would provide both him and Barcelona with long-term stability. Now, the focus shifts to his decision, which could shape the club’s midfield for years to come.