Barcelona center back has gained a lot of attention and transfer rumors as the Premier League elite plan for a huge summer move.
The French international, who was involved in a remarkable season under Hansi Flick, is now at the center of the London rivals’ potential bidding war.
The versatile player, who can play center back and right back, seems to be a player whom they will rely on in their backline.
According to reports, the player is Jules Kounde.
It is reported that Arsenal is preparing a €65 million bid for the 25-year-old, according to Mundo Deportivo.
While the bid is big, Barcelona is relaxed about the developments and considers the player a key part of their future.
The club has already started internal discussions about extending the player’s contract beyond 2027, which includes a symbolic €1 billion release clause.
Chelsea claims to still be interested in the player from his Sevilla days, but from the club’s perspective, the player is comfortable in Catalonia.
The player is happy at the club, and Barcelona only plans on releasing the player from the contract if the player wants a transfer.
Jules Koundé’s situation is a classic example of what many current transfer markets look like, where the wealth and financial power of the Premier League meets the resistance of their continental competitors.
Koundé is now one of the most complete defenders in Europe, and he is capable of playing in a number of different positions and formations.
These coming weeks should demonstrate not only Barcelona’s resolve, as the transfer window opens, but at the same time, it will also show how Koundé handles his case, which most are expecting to confirm he will continue his commitment at the Camp Nou.
The confidence from the club lies not just in the security of the contract, but also in the very fact Koundé is satisfied with his role in Catalonia.
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