Dae Yong, getty images November 14, 2024, 10:05 am

Barcelona midfielder Frankie de Jong spoke about his recovery from injury and his return to the Netherlands national team. His words are quoted by Mundo Deportivo.

“I’m fine. I’m a little sore but I think I’ll be fine. I’m very happy and looking forward to what’s next.

It’s been a long time since I last played for the Netherlands. It is a great honor for me and I will always be happy to be here. I’m happy to be back. I hope we can achieve great things, but I think we have to prove it first.

Sometimes I thought, “I wonder if I’ll ever be able to fully recover from my injury?” But I was always confident that eventually I would be able to play again.

It was difficult and very painful, the ankle injury was serious. I missed a lot, and first of all the European Championship, so it was very difficult.

I started playing again. I’m getting back to my best form and physical condition, so I’m doing well now,” de Jong said.

Frankie de Jong played seven matches for Barcelona this season.