Barcelona have made progress in talks over a contract extension with 27-year-old French defender Jules Kounde.

Barcelona are close to agreeing a contract extension with Jules Kounde after the club’s management met with the French defender’s representatives on several occasions, most recently on Monday.

Kounde is still under contract until สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ the summer of 2027 but the 27-year-old’s impressive displays have caught the attention of Premier League clubs and the Blaugrana are understood to be keen to extend the player’s contract and have held talks with the Frenchman’s representatives.

The two sides reportedly met continuously, most recently on Monday, and are close to reaching an agreement. With only some details still to be discussed before the next meeting.

The only thing that is still unknown at this point is the length of Kounde’s new deal. Which is subject to the club’s salary cap under La Liga’s Financial Fair Play rules.

Barcelona are also in talks over new deals with Frenkie de Jong and Eric Garcia. With their current contracts set to expire in the summer of 2026.

With Flick now taking charge. Kounde is expected to have a more defined role in the team, likely continuing as a right-back. Where he delivered consistent performances last season.

This is a strong statement of intent from Barcelona, who appear keen on keeping hold of players who could prove to be great long-term assets going forward. And Kounde is certainly one of them.