Barcelona defender Jules Kounde arrived as the most effective centre-backs in Spain, however to the shock of many, has spent most of his profession in Catalonia on the appropriate facet of defence. The truth that Kounde may be used as a right-back was cited as one of many principal causes Kounde turned down a transfer and a better wage at Chelsea to affix the membership, however now he appears fully snug there.
In current days it has emerged that Kounde was again on the shortlist for the Blues. Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen seems to be their principal goal, however ought to Actual Madrid or anybody else beat them to his signature, Kounde was one in all their alternate options. The prospect to maneuver again into central defence and more cash would have been a part of Chelsea’s pitch.
Nevertheless after Director of Soccer Deco bought in contact with Kounde’s brokers over a possible new deal, Marca now say that Kounde has expressed a want to resume his contract with the Catalan giants. Naturally the negotiations are nonetheless to come back, the commonest sticking level in any new deal, however it’s a step ahead for Barcelona.
Pedri González: “Profitable the Ballon d’Or? Usually, it is gained by gamers who’ve nice numbers. I want Raphinha or Lamine to win it, as they deserve it essentially the most and make the distinction. So long as we’re successful titles, I am joyful.” @som3cat
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The French worldwide feels vital beneath supervisor Hansi Flick, and the arrogance given to him by the Barcelona coach has been essential in his want to proceed. He additionally has a big position within the dressing room and feels he matches in at Barcelona, the place he moved for €50m three summer season in the past.
Kounde has been instrumental for Barcelona over the previous couple of seasons from right-back, and has three targets and eight assists in his 45 appearances, that includes extra usually than some other participant for the Blaugrana this 12 months. Forming a robust partnership with Lamine Yamal this 12 months, Kounde is the primary signal of stability that Barcelona have had a right-back for a while.