He is one of those players whose name circulates with each transfer window. Efficient, discreet, regular: Jules Koundé attracts. The French international, which comes out of a season at 53 games under the Blaugrana colors, has seen its profile check all the boxes of several large European stables in recent weeks. Among them, Manchester City, in search of defensive reinforcements after the departure of Kyle Walker, but also another foreground club in PL.
Koundé, a Catalan priority despite the lusts
Faced with these requests, FC Barcelona decided to lock. According to
RMC Sportthe Catalan club has started negotiations with the player for several weeks to extend his contract beyond 2027. And the internal speech leaves no room for doubt: for the sports management, Koundé is considered the best defender in the world in his post. The new contract should thus revalue his salary up to this flattering estimate.
The message sent to competition is clear. Barcelona does not intend to let go of her player, nor now, nor next summer. Despite the initial doubts about his adaptation to the right side post, Koundé ended up establishing himself as a central part of the project. Its versatility, reliability and margin of progression continue to seduce internally, especially in a workforce still in reconstruction.
A symbol of continuity in a changing barça
For the former Seville FC player, this upcoming extension marks a strong recognition. She arrives in a pivotal moment, when Barça tries to stabilize her framework after several agitated summers. A strong signal, too, sent to Hansi Flick: some executives will not move.
It remains to formalize the agreement. But except last minute turnaround, Jules Koundé should continue his ascent in Barcelona. Far from rumors. And with the renewed confidence of a club that believes in it as rarely.
