‘I have to take a lot more care’ - Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong opens up on ankle injury

Frenkie de Jong has opened up about the ankle injury that has kept him out of action for Barcelona in recent weeks.

The Dutch midfielder has been struggling with the problem since the start of the season and has only made three appearances for the Catalan giants so far this campaign.

De Jong has now revealed that he is still struggling with the injury and that he is having to take extra care in order to avoid aggravating it.

"I have to take a lot more care than before," De Jong told the club's official website.

"I have to do a lot of exercises to strengthen the ankle and I have to be careful not to do too much too soon.

"I am feeling better now, but I am still not 100%. I am hoping to be back playing soon, but I don't want to rush things and risk making the injury worse."

De Jong's injury has been a major blow for Barcelona, who have been without one of their key players for a significant period of time.

The 25-year-old is a vital part of Xavi's team and his absence has been felt in recent weeks.

Barcelona will be hoping that De Jong can return to action soon and help them to challenge for the La Liga title this season.

What is the extent of De Jong's injury?

De Jong has been struggling with an ankle injury since the start of the season.

The injury has prevented him from playing in most of Barcelona's matches this season.

De Jong has revealed that he is still struggling with the injury and that he is having to take extra care in order to avoid aggravating it.

How long will De Jong be out for?

De Jong has not put a timescale on his return from injury.

However, he is hoping to be back playing soon.

Barcelona will be hoping that De Jong can return to action soon and help them to challenge for the La Liga title this season.

What impact has De Jong's injury had on Barcelona?

De Jong's injury has been a major blow for Barcelona.

The 25-year-old is a vital part of Xavi's team and his absence has been felt in recent weeks.

Barcelona have struggled for consistency in De Jong's absence and have dropped points in several matches.

The Catalan giants will be hoping that De Jong can return to action soon and help them to challenge for the La Liga title this season.