DBasia.news – Barcelona coach, Ronald Koeman admitted to giving Frenkie de Jong a special task. Koeman had asked De Jong to help in attacks more often, this was considered the key to his sharpness.
Frenkie de Jong became the hero of Barcelona’s victory when he met Rayo Vallecano in the top 16 of the Copa del Rey. The Dutch international player goal gave Barca a 2-1 win. One other goal was scored by Lionel Messi.
Previously, De Jong also scored a goal against Elche. Apparently, De Jong did receive a special request from the coach.
“We need him. We need a more attacking midfielder, “said Koeman as reported by Marca.
“He has a lot of technical qualities and helps us at depth. We’ve talked to him to help attack and he scored more than one goal this season, “added Koeman.
“Currently, De Jong is a more complete player than at Ajax Amsterdam. He made chances and scored more goals. “
After this victory, Koeman had asked his players to continue the positive trend. According to him, this is a turning point for Barcelona.
“This is a difficult month. There will be many matches and journeys ahead. There will be eight games there. “
“The team showed the mentality they have to face this month. We deserved to win the game. We had a bad result in the Spanish Super Cup final. However, Barcelona can rise in LaLiga, “explained Koeman.