Some of FC Barcelona’s most notable summer purchases, including Jules Kounde from Sevilla, were made possible by the club’s notorious use of “economic levers” during the 2022 transfer window.
The French international was reportedly manager Xavi Hernandez’s personal request, and Barcelona ended up signing him before Chelsea.
In his first season with Barça, Kounde performed admirably, mostly in the role of right back, and the Catalans won La Liga. This term, nevertheless, he expressed to Xavi his desire to play center back, his natural position, during the summer.
While Kounde’s request was achieved, his form has been on the decline this season. He has been ineffective in his previous games whether starting at right back or center defense.
Concerned about Barcelona, they may think about selling The Barcelona camp is worried about Kounde Kounde’s slump in performance this season, according to SPORT’s Toni Juanmarti.
As mentioned earlier, some in the know-how of things in the dressing room believe that Kounde is not going through his greatest moment, both personally and on a sporting level, with the return to right-back being named as one of the reasons.
Seeing as how Barça needs a major sale this summer to bring in cash, the club’s management is not oblivious to Kounde’s regress.
The Blaugrana may decide to send the Frenchman packing as a contender because of his high market value—€60 million—and the amount he is anticipated to get.
One more consideration, Pau Cubarsi
Another reason Barcelona might sell Kounde this summer is because Pau Cubarsi has been so impressive recently.
Just celebrated his 17th birthday, the La Masia alum has already shown great promise in his three senior appearances.
Because of this, Barcelona might be willing to part with a veteran center back in order to generate funds. Even if Andreas Christensen was being mentioned as a possible sacrifice, Kounde’s recent poor performance might change everything.