Frenkie de Jong of Barcelona has been discussing his current injury issues and disclosed that he needs to be much more cautious going forward.

After missing five months due to an ankle injury, the Dutchman believes he must exercise extreme caution both before and after games.

He claimed to spend a lot of time on his ankle. I have to look after it considerably more now. He told Voetbal International, “I used to not even consider my ankle before games, but now I get treated before training and matches.”

In order to train, I need to put ice on it and make further preparations. I anticipate that this situation will persist for some time, and I will need to give that ankle more attention.

Having to watch from the sidelines has been difficult for De Jong, but he feels that his injury has somehow benefited him.

“It has given me a mental boost.” Mentally, I’m beginning to feel more liberated. It’s about practicing a lot, playing a lot, and working hard,” he continued.” “Technically, I’ve never been unsure; I can contribute if I’m fit. Football is a natural game. You can get greater fluidity the more rhythm you possess.”