De Jong believes that the friendly against Spain “was not necessary”

Netherlands international Frenkie de Jong criticized friendly matches being planned, like the one that faces Spain on November 11, before the League of Nations qualifying matches.

“Friendlies with the Dutch team were not necessary. They are not parties that give the points or something for a classification “, said the barcelonista in the press conference of the Netherlands before the meeting against the selection led by Luis Enrique.

Tomorrow's friendly was planned for March 29, but the coronavirus pandemic forced it to be postponed. “There was an agreement to celebrate it before the coronavirus crisis, so we have to prepare anyway“added the player.

“Everyone knows that the calendar is always busy, but this year it is a little more loaded. It is a subject, but we try to prepare as best as possible and stay fit“, said the soccer player.

On the other hand, De Jong He defined the Spanish National Team as “an attractive team” that “is always one of the best in Europe” and “tries to play from behind putting a lot of pressure”.

Regarding his position in the field, he recalled that he usually plays as a midfielder, but that you won't complain if De Boer puts it in a different place.