In order to fund their transfer business, Barcelona might have to let go of a key player this summer. While Ronald Araujo and Frenkie de Jong have been named as potential contenders, a surprise name could now be added.
Jules Kounde has been among Barcelona’s greatest players this season, and his performance is all the more remarkable given that he has been playing right-back out of position. In the upcoming weeks, a new contract offer is anticipated for him because club executives are thrilled with him.
The France international’s current contract expires in 2027, and Barcelona wants to extend it not only to protect him from future danger but also because the Premier League is showing interest in him.
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Yet Flick would be enraged by such a suggestion. As an avid admirer of Kounde, he has previously described his attitude as “unbelievable” and stated that he has “never experienced” working with a player with such a strong work ethic. The main obstacle for Arsenal will be Kounde’s attitude, since he is content at Barcelona and is also vying for prizes with the Catalan powerhouses.
Over the next few weeks, Arteta will keep trying to get the capture, but if it doesn’t work out, he’ll focus on other targets. After it was made public on April 14 that Arsenal wants to sign Kounde before Chelsea, this update follows.
The Blues have named the goalie a top target after resuming their pursuit of Kounde after having previously failed to get him. On the other hand, Kounde has been indicated as a potential addition to Liverpool in the event that Trent Alexander-Arnold signs a free transfer to Real Madrid.
The Frenchman is seen by Barcelona as a key component of their long-term plan. The club is committed to giving his continuity first priority in the upcoming months, even though there aren’t any indications that he will be leaving anytime soon.
