Manchester City express interest in Barcelona’s Jules Koundé amid ongoing contract talks | OneFootball

Manchester City have made enquiries about France international Jules Koundé (26), whose future at Barcelona is currently the subject of negotiations between the club and the player’s entourage, as per RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins.

The Catalan giants do however remain optimistic about reaching an agreement over a contract extension, despite the interest from Pep Guardiola’s side. Koundé is currently under contract at the Camp Nou until 2027, but talks over a longer-term deal have been ongoing for several weeks.The Frenchman has become a mainstay at right-back under Hansi Flick, who regards the former Sevilla defender as one of his most dependable performers. “He plays at a top level and is very important for us,” the German coach said in April, following the Copa del Rey final win over Real Madrid.A natural centre-back, Koundé has adapted impressively to his role on the flank, making 53 appearances across all competitions in 2024/25 – more than any Barcelona defender. The club reportedly consider him the best right-back in the world, a view that seems to be shared within the corridors of the Etihad. The Barcelona man was elected as last season’s Best Frenchman Abroad at the Get French Football News end of season awards.

Koundé, who has amassed 42 caps for Les Bleus, is said to be happy in Catalonia and open to a renewal.GFFN | George Boxall