
Barcelona Renews Koundé's Contract Amid Manchester City Interest
Journalist Fabrice Hawkins revealed that FC Barcelona has begun negotiations with French defender Jules Koundé to renew his contract, noting that the negotiations are positive so far.
Hawkins explained that Manchester City, along with another European club, has inquired about the player's situation in recent times, but Barcelona considers Koundé an essential and irreplaceable element.
Reports confirmed that the Catalan club's management sees Koundé as one of the best defenders in the world in his position and is seeking to ensure his long-term continuity within coach Hans Flick's project.
Hawkins explained that Manchester City, along with another European club, has inquired about the player's situation in recent times, but Barcelona considers Koundé an essential and irreplaceable element.
Reports confirmed that the Catalan club's management sees Koundé as one of the best defenders in the world in his position and is seeking to ensure his long-term continuity within coach Hans Flick's project.