Al-Ittihad explores transfer for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong

Frenkie de Jong has lost his starting position at FC Barcelona this season, struggling for playing time due to competition from other players. His high salary and stalled contract talks have raised questions about his future with the club. Al-Ittihad, a Saudi Arabian club, has expressed interest in signing de Jong. Ramon Planes, Al-Ittihad's technical director and former Barcelona official, has contacted de Jong's agents regarding a potential transfer. While no immediate move is expected, discussions have taken place. Al-Ittihad may wait until summer when de Jong's contract situation could lower his transfer fee.