Frenkie de Jong speeds up his recovery and shows off his Barcelona allegiance

Frenkie de Jong is entering the final stretch of his return to the pitch. The Barcelona midfielder shared several images on social media on Saturday showing him working at the club's training facility, with continuous running, ball work, changes of pace and a gym session. He also posted a photograph of his jersey with the word 'Barça' clearly visible, a gesture that underlines his commitment to the Catalan club.

• Frenkie de Jong shows his progress with running, ball work and gym training at Barcelona's facilities.
• The Dutchman posts a photo of his 'Barça' shirt and reinforces his bond with the club.
• He plans to join group training gradually starting next week.
• Barcelona returns to training after nine days of rest for non-international players.
• Eric García and Raphinha are doubts for the match against Getafe due to edemas.

How Frenkie de Jong is progressing from his knee injury

The Dutch international continues to recover from the tear in the medial ligament of his knee that he suffered last summer during the World Cup. He chose a conservative treatment and avoided surgery, a decision that has shaped his entire return to action. After months away from the pitch, the last few days have confirmed significant improvement.

De Jong, 29, has stepped up his on-field work with exercises that require joint stability and muscle response: running, changes of pace and contact with the ball. He combines that with specific gym sessions focused on regaining strength in the affected area and preventing setbacks.

De Jong's gradual return to Barcelona group training

The Barcelona squad will resume activity on Monday after nine days of rest for players not on international duty. Frenkie de Jong's goal is to progressively join that collective work. The plan is to bring him back carefully, increasing his workload and participation depending on how his knee responds.

Nobody in the coaching staff wants to take unnecessary risks with a player who has been sidelined for a long time. Injuries have limited the Dutchman in recent seasons, and his return to competitive action is being treated as a step-by-step process to avoid any setback.

The Barcelona gesture that accompanies his comeback

Alongside the footage of his physical work, De Jong included an image of his shirt with the club's name visible on the chest. The post quickly filled with reactions from teammates and fellow professionals.

Among those who welcomed his progress were Lamine Yamal, Ter Stegen, Gerard Martín, Dani Olmo, Cubarsí, Eric García, Ronald Araujo and Virgil van Dijk, as well as Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi. The backing from the dressing room and other players reflects the anticipation surrounding his return.

Who remains sidelined at Barcelona and who is doubtful for the Getafe match

Beyond De Jong, Barcelona's injury list includes Roony, Joan García and Christensen. The club faces its next league fixture with two pieces in doubt after leaving their national camps early: Eric García, with a knee edema, and Raphinha, with discomfort in the back of his right thigh.

The involvement of both against Getafe is up in the air. Their progress over the coming days will determine whether they are fit to play. De Jong's return to the group, even on a gradual basis, is positive news for a squad that needs fresh legs for the final stretch of the season.