Frenkie de Jong was described as "the best midfielder in the world" by one of his Barcelona teammates after they secured the LaLiga title for the first time in four years.
Xavi's side earned a comfortable 4-2 victory over Espanyol in the Catalan derby on Sunday, which ensured an unassailable 14-point lead for Barca over arch-enemies Real Madrid, who will have to settle for second. Robert Lewandowski struck a brace, with Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde also finding the net at RCDE Stadium.
After the game, De Jong spoke to the press about his side's title win in Xavi's first full season in charge. However, his interview was interrupted by several Barcelona players where they began to praise the Dutch midfielder. Franck Kessie and Sergi Roberto stormed in, before Ronald Araujo tapped De Jong's shoulder and spoke.
