“It’s a choice by the coach and it’s also a consequence of last season. Last season was far below my standards, it’s a challenge that I gladly accept. It’s up to me to find my best feelings, when I’m in my best mood, I can occupy this position”. Sunday, at a press conference, Jules Koundé spoke about his difficult situation at FC Barcelona.
It must be said that this season, the former Girondins de Bordeaux and Seville player was relegated down the hierarchy, and it was Eric Garcia who took over the right-back position. The Frenchman has only started 2 matches (for 5 participations in total) and finds himself in a very complicated situation, while for months already, rumors have been rife regarding a departure.
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As indicated Sport this Monday, the French international (57 caps), under contract with Barcelona until 2030, is highly coveted. Five clubs are already following him for the next transfer window, and they are all Premier League big names: Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United as well as Manchester City. Even if he was downgraded at Barcelona, his versatility and defensive qualities remain highly appreciated on the market.
The Catalan media specifies that the Liga club is listening to offers, but it would take a financially attractive proposition for Deco to agree to let go. Which would not a priori be a problem for the clubs mentioned. For his part, the player is not particularly interested in leaving at the moment, and is mainly thinking of regaining his place in Hansi Flick’s starting eleven. Case to be continued, while Sport still adds that Barça has already checked the names of Ivan Fresneda and Pedro Porro just in case…
