The Dutch star Frenkie de Jong continued to shine with Barcelona, delivering an outstanding performance in the 3-1 victory over Elche in the Spanish League, confirming his rising form and increasing importance within the team's system.

According to the Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo," De Jong has continued to take on greater responsibilities in Barcelona's midfield, especially in the absence of Pedri. He has played a pivotal role in recent matches, contributing significantly to providing the team with clear technical balance.

The Dutch midfielder recorded his sixth assist of the season, and his fifth in La Liga, after missing the Copenhagen match due to suspension. He made a strong comeback in the match against Elche at the Martinez Valero Stadium, leading the team through a difficult period following the equalizing goal.

The newspaper highlighted that De Jong participated very effectively during the match, both offensively by creating opportunities and passing accurately, and defensively by recovering the ball and performing crucial positioning roles in the midfield, despite receiving a yellow card that put him at risk of suspension in the league.

The report confirmed that Frenkie de Jong has taken on the responsibility of the captain's armband as the first captain of Barcelona, following Marc-André ter Stegen's loan move to Girona, which has positively impacted the team's performance on the field.