Former "Barcelona" and "Manchester United" clubs coach Louis van Gaal claims that Frenkie de Jong rushed in accepting the offer from the Catalan team.
"Barcelona" finished negotiations with Amsterdam's "Ajax" for the acquisition of the 22-year-old midfielder in the winter. The Dutchman has a bright future ahead, but L. van Gaal claims that he might lack playing time at "Barça."
"I think he might face difficulties at 'Barça'," - said the strategist on "Fox Sports" show. - Not only because he will have a different role there, but also because he will have to fight for a place on the field."
"He was lucky that 'Barcelona' got knocked out of the Champions League, which somewhat disrupted the club's plans. Now they are thinking about changes, and undoubtedly there will be new players in the team.
However, I am convinced that he could have chosen a better option. De Jong is a great player, but so are Rakitić and Vidal, whom I wanted at 'Man Utd'.
As a footballer, you always have to choose a club where you can develop and get playing time. Now there is a big question mark whether De Jong will get that at Barcelona.
We have to wait and see how his season will unfold there. I hope it goes well for him, because at his age, you need to play in every match," added L. van Gaal.
