Barcelona is prepared to listen to offers for defender Jules Koundé ahead of the summer transfer window. The Frenchman has been a regular under coach Hans Flick before his injury and is expected to return to the squad after the league break.
Signed from Sevilla for over 50 million euros, Koundé started as a central defender but has since established himself as the first-choice right-back. Chelsea has shown interest previously, viewing him as a valuable asset for the Premier League.
Despite this, Koundé has expressed a strong desire to stay at Barcelona, signing a contract until 2030 with a 1 billion euro release clause. Now, the club is open to listening to multimillion offers to facilitate a transfer. Alejandro Balde has also been mentioned as a potential departure this summer.
Barcelona seeks to bolster its squad and financial situation this summer. Selling Koundé could be a strategic move to raise funds for new signings and reduce wage expenses. Additionally, Barcelona aims to keep João Cancelo if he agrees to a salary reduction and receives free-agent status from Al Hilal.
In summary, Barcelona's transfer plans show a readiness for defensive changes and financial restructuring, which could significantly impact the team's composition in the upcoming season.
