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Barcelona should be very happy to have Frenkie de Jong, says Dortmund boss Nuri Sahin

Borussia Dortmund boss Nuri Sahin has been full of praise for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong ahead of the clash between the two sides in the Champions League.

De Jong is having a tough time in Catalunya, as he’s struggling to find his form after a long injury lay-off, but Sahin has made it clear he is a big fan of the Dutchman.

‘He is my favourite Barcelona player. I have a soft spot for him since I saw him play for Ajax,” he told reporters.

“He is my favourite midfielder.