Barcelona's de Jong set for medical tests after injury concern with Netherlands

The 29-year-old was substituted at half-time of his nations hammering of Greece in Amsterdam after reportedly feeling discomfort which he had revealed to Xavi prior to kick-off.

"Frenkie came to see me even before the match. He was feeling discomfort in his back. At halftime, we thought it was best to substitute him," said Xavi after the match when quizzed about de Jong's substitution.

"It's nothing serious. Everyone will be available on Monday. It was 5-0 and I've [de Jong] just returned from an injury, of course, so that was fine. As a precaution.

"It's not like I have a lot of match rhythm yet. And with all the traveling, the internationals, and recent history as well, of course, there was no need to take any risks."

However, new reports from Dario AS are suggesting it could be pubalgia related with the player set to return to his club to undergo further medical examinations.

De Jong has featured in four matches for Hansi Flick's side this season since recovering from a pre-season injury and adds concern for the German coach who is already without star signing Rodri and racing to get Jules Kounde and Dani Olmo fit for action.

The defending La Liga champions could be without the Dutch star when they return to league action after the FIFA break when they host Villarreal at Camp Nou. 

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