There have been rumors that Man Utd would be interested in Jules Kounde after rumours surfaced that he has asked to leave Barcelona.
Kounde “is not comfortable,” as Diario Sport put it, with how Xavi has been utilizing him for Barcelona. The defender made it known to the head coach that they could ‘listen to offers’ for him this summer, and he has since informed the club of this.
Barcelona just bought Kounde from Sevilla last summer, outbidding Chelsea, who had been a fan for a long time.
But he has played right back in 21 of his 38 club games to date. Kounde’s ideal position would be to protect the center of the field.
It could result in Barcelona selling the France international as a severe measure. Sport has since learned some facts about Sport’s potential final destination.
The Catalan source claims that Man Utd have emerged as a “serious” option to offer Kounde the opportunity to advance in his career.
The upcoming transfer window will see Erik ten Hag’s team searching for a new center-back. Harry Maguire, the team captain, may need to go.
It appears that Man Utd may even be prepared to step in for Raphael Varane as Lisandro Martinez’s starting partner after evaluating the caliber of some targets, such Kim Min-jae of Napoli.
In its place, Kounde may be vying to replace his fellow countryman at Old Trafford. It has been determined that he is the kind of person who would easily fit Ten Hag’s method of construction from the back.
Kounde has been linked to Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City.
Kounde will face competition from other Premier League teams, though. Arsenal, according to the source, is another suitor who would be a suitable fit for his qualities.
One of the things that slowed down their quest for the Premier League crown was the injury to fellow Frenchman William Saliba. It is possible that they would prefer more depth at the back.
In addition, Chelsea is rumored to rekindle their interest in the 24-year-old player, and Manchester City, who has previously expressed interest, may make a bid for Kounde. For the upcoming season, they will not, of course, be offering any European football.
As a contrast, City, Arsenal, and Man Utd are all close to qualifying for the Champions League for the upcoming season.