Barcelona confirmed that Frenkie de Jong was finally back in first-team training on Monday as he contines his recovery from an ankle injury.
De Jong has been out of action since April with a troublesome ankle problem but does finally appear to be closing in on a comeback.
Frenkie de Jong trains for part of the session with the group! pic.twitter.com/10lyrr4uHh
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A lot had been said about De Jong’s injury in recent weeks, with Ronald Koeman claiming it’s a real worry and the midfielder eager to avoid surgery, and it’s hoped this is a big step forwards.