| Age | 28 years |
| Date of birth | May 12, 1997 |
| Height, weight | 182 cm, 74 kg |
| Place of birth | Gorinchem, Netherlands |
| Citizenship | Netherlands |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Club | Barcelona |
| Number | 21 |
| In team since | 2019 |
| Contract until | 2029 |
| Contract extension | extended in 2025 |
| Market value | ~80–100 million euros |
| Eye color | light |
| Dominant foot | right |
Biography of Frenkie de Jong
Frenkie de Jong was born on May 12, 1997, in the Dutch city of Gorinchem and from an early age was considered one of the most talented midfielders in the country.
He began his career at Willem II, where he made his Eredivisie debut in 2015.
In 2015, he moved to Ajax for a symbolic fee, after which he gradually became a key player for the team.
The 2018–19 season became a breakthrough:
- won the Dutch league and Cup
- reached the UEFA Champions League semi-finals
- named the best midfielder of the tournament
- included in the European Team of the Year
In 2019, Barcelona signed him for €75 million.
At the Catalan club, he became a key midfielder:
- won La Liga and the Copa del Rey
- became team captain
- played over 200 matches
He is known for his versatility - he can play as a defensive midfielder, playmaker, and central midfielder.
Personal life of Frenkie de Jong
Frenkie de Jong grew up in a simple family - his parents are not connected to professional sports.
He is married to Mikky Kiemeney - the couple has been together since their teenage years. They have children, and the family leads a calm lifestyle.
Interesting facts about Frenkie de Jong
- One of the best midfielders of his generation
- Played for Ajax for a symbolic fee
- Best midfielder of the 2019 Champions League
- Included in FIFA and UEFA teams
- Compared to Cruyff and Iniesta
- Known for dribbling and ball control
- Can play in multiple positions
- One of the most technical players in Europe
Statistics of Frenkie de Jong
Overall club statistics
| Club | Matches | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Willem II | 2 | 0 |
| Jong Ajax | 46 | 8 |
| Ajax | 57 | 4 |
| Barcelona | 196 | 15 |
| Total | 301 | 27 |
Detailed statistics by club
| Club | All competitions | Matches | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willem II | 3 | 0 | |
| Jong Ajax | 46 | 8 | |
| Ajax | 89 | 5 | |
| Barcelona | 290 | 20 |
Season-by-season statistics (key)
| Season | Club | Matches | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–17 | Ajax | 11 | 1 |
| 2017–18 | Ajax | 26 | 1 |
| 2018–19 | Ajax | 52 | 3 |
| 2019–20 | Barcelona | 42 | 2 |
| 2020–21 | Barcelona | 51 | 7 |
| 2021–22 | Barcelona | 47 | 4 |
| 2022–23 | Barcelona | 43 | 2 |
| 2023–24 | Barcelona | 30 | 2 |
| 2024–25 | Barcelona | 46 | 2 |
| 2025–26 | Barcelona | 31 | 1 |
Netherlands national team statistics
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 64 |
| Goals | 2 |
Goals for the national team
| № | Opponent | Tournament |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | Euro qualifiers |
| 2 | Qatar | World Cup |
Scandals involving Frenkie de Jong
Frenkie de Jong is not considered a controversial player.
The main discussions in the media concerned his possible transfers and contract negotiations with Barcelona, but these were purely sporting and financial in nature.
