Surprise, Pedri already has a partner, he's signed until 2029, Barça makes it official

Pedri is much more than a midfielder: he's the soul of Barça and the player who sets the pace of every match. When he has the ball, it seems impossible to take it away from him, and his ability to create chances defines the culé playing style. In addition, on defense, his ability to intercept and recover balls strengthens the team's solidity.

The Canary Islander combines talent, vision, and sacrifice, something that has made him one of the most admired footballers in the world. At just 22 years old, he has already become the axis of Barça and the absolute reference of the team alongside Lamine and Cubarsí. However, even a genius like Pedri needs a teammate to share the responsibility of dominating the midfield.

Frenkie de Jong, the perfect complement to Pedri

That partner is Frenkie de Jong, a footballer who understands the game with the same precision and calm as Pedri. When they combine, they manage to keep possession for long stretches of the match, imposing their control over any opponent. The connection between them is one of the main strengths of Hansi Flick's system.

The truth is that, as of today, the future of this partnership is full of uncertainty. Frenkie de Jong's contract ends in 2026 and his renewal hasn't happened yet. Negotiations with Barça have become complicated due to salary issues and the intervention of his former agent, Ali Dursun.

For months, Frenkie de Jong and his camp rejected the salary reduction proposal that Deco put forward to balance the club's accounts. That refusal cooled the talks and fueled rumors about his possible departure. Many believe that the Pedri–de Jong duo could split up sooner than expected.

Now yes, Frenkie de Jong will renew until 2029!

However, in the last few hours, the news that no one expected has arrived: Frenkie de Jong has agreed to renew with Barça. The agreement will tie him to the club until 2029, guaranteeing the team the continuity of one of its most valuable pieces. Although the official announcement is still pending, all parties consider the deal closed.

This renewal represents a victory for Deco and for Flick's project, who trusted in keeping the core of the midfield. Barça thus strengthens its playing identity, ensuring Frenkie de Jong's presence alongside Pedri for several more years. The stability provided by this agreement will set the sporting course for the coming years.

As we said, only the official announcement is missing, which will take place in the coming days. The agreement between Frenkie de Jong and FC Barcelona is total. Pedri is celebrating it.