De Jong among Barcelona’s defensive options for PSG match, says Flick
Frenkie de Jong could be asked to fill in at the back for Barcelona against Paris Saint-Germain, as coach Hansi Flick weighs his options with three defenders unavailable.
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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick says Frenkie de Jong is among the options to cover in defence for Tuesday’s Champions League match away to Paris Saint-Germain, with three defenders unavailable for the trip to Paris. [1]
De Jong returned to Barcelona’s squad on Saturday after several months out with a knee injury sustained during the World Cup. He was an unused substitute in the 5-2 win over Real Betis. [1]
Eric García, Jules Koundé and Andreas Christensen are all missing, according to the report. Forward Raphinha could also return to the starting line-up after making his comeback as a substitute against Betis. [1]
Flick called the match “a very good test” and said he wanted his team to play with confidence and courage, and to operate as a collective. He described PSG as “the best team of the last two years”. [1]
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