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Barcelona faced off against Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium earlier tonight as they look to secure all three points on the road in La Liga. The Catalan giants made a solid start to the game but were held to a scoreless draw at the half-time interval.

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Soccer News / Football Espana / December 22

Barcelona allay fears of another defender injury in aftermath of Villarreal victory

Barcelona are already without Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen for the foreseeable future, and there had been fears of another injury – this time, for Jules Kounde.

Villarreal News / The 4th Official / December 19

Garcia, Kounde And Cubarsi To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Villarreal

Barcelona will lock horns with Villarreal at the Estadio de la Cerámica on Sunday as they hope to earn a good result on the road in La Liga. The Catalan club secured a solid 2-0 win over Guadalajara recently, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 10

Barcelona growing increasingly frustrated with veteran superstar

Barcelona scraped past Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday night, courtesy of an unlikely brace from defender Jules Kounde in the second half. However the Catalan giants lacked goal threat in the final third for much of the game.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / The 4th Official / December 9

Kounde Gets 8.5, Yamal With 7 | Barcelona Players Rated In Hard-Fought Win Vs Eintracht Frankfurt

Barcelona entertained Eintracht Frankfurt at the Nou Camp earlier tonight as they looked to secure a win at home in the UEFA Champions League. The Catalan club made a slow start to the contest and conceded the opening goal in the 21st minute when Ansgar Knauff found the back of the net.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Football Espana / December 4

Barcelona star signs five-year contract – announcement pending

Barcelona have been working on contract renewals in recent months, and another key agreement is now finalised. The likes of Raphinha, Jules Kounde and Frenkie de Jong have already been tied down, and the latest to extend his stay at the Spotify Camp Nou is Eric Garcia.

RB Leipzig News / The 4th Official / December 1

Kounde, Pedri And De Jong To Start | 4-3-3 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Atletico Madrid

Barcelona will welcome Atletico Madrid at the Nou Camp this Tuesday night as they hope to secure a win at home in La Liga. The Catalan giants managed to earn an impressive 3-1 win over Alaves recently, which should give them a ton of confidence ahead of this game.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / November 25

Barcelona star reveals details on why he chose Blaugrana over Chelsea

Barcelona face Chelsea on Tuesday night in the Champions League at Stamford Bridge, but with a different twist of fate, Jules Kounde might be lining up on the other side.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / November 14

Barcelona again linked with right-back amid Jules Kounde struggles

This time last year Jules Kounde was being praised as one of the best right-backs in Europe, as he came off the back of a hat-trick of assists in the Champions League.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / October 24

Barcelona sweating on fitness of second defender for El Clasico after missing second training

Barcelona are facing late concerns that one of their key defenders may not be fit for El Clasico on Sunday, as they travel to face top of the table Real Madrid.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 29

'Clearly made a mistake' – Real Sociedad fume at referee decision during Barcelona defeat

On Sunday, Barcelona returned to the top of La Liga with a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, but it was not without some controversy.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 28

Jules Kounde calls out key Barcelona issue after La Real win

Barcelona are on top of La Liga for the first time this season following a superb 2-1 home win over Real Sociedad. After seven games played so far in 2025/26, Barcelona are unbeaten across all competitions, plus a one point edge over their fierce El Clasico rivals Real Madrid in La Liga.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / August 22

Jules Kounde backs Lamine Yamal as Ballon d’Or winner over Ousmane Dembele

Barcelona star Jules Kounde is in no doubt over who should go on to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or later this year. France Football announced their nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or earlier this month, with Barcelona providing some of the favourites for the award this year.

FC Barcelona News / Sporting News / August 16

Why did Eric Garcia start over Jules Kounde

In a strange decision, Hansi Flick decided to play Eric Garcia at right back ahead of standout Jules Kounde.

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Barcelona announce five-year contract renewal for defensive star

Barcelona have announced a new five-year contract for defender Jules Kounde, who has accepted their offer to stay at the club until 2030. The Blaugrana have locked in the Frenchman, who has been their starting right-back for the past couple of seasons.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / July 30

Barcelona star announces new five-year contract

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde will be remaining at the club for some time yet, after announcing a new contract at the club. The French defender revealed as much to the press in South Korea.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / July 26

Barcelona confident of closing agreement with 24-year-old star

Barcelona are not expected to make any further signings this summer, but there is still key business that needs to be done. Sales are required for a number of players to be registered with La Liga, and on top of this, contract talks are set to take place with several first team stars.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / July 25

Barcelona reach ‘total agreement’ on key defender’s contract extension

Barcelona are closing in on a contract extension agreement with star defender Jules Kounde after weeks of talks. A new contract for the French defender has been prioritised by the Catalan giants in 2025, amid fresh transfer interest from the Premier League, but Barcelona remained confident on retaining the 26-year-old.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / May 9

Barcelona star Jules Kounde calls out reporter over Robert Lewandowski comments

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has become the latest Blaugrana star to directly call out the local media for false reporting. The Frenchman was alleged to have made comments on the fitness of Robert Lewandowski during their Champions League semi-final against Inter on Tuesday.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 1

Barcelona confirm injury to key defender Kounde after Inter thriller

Barcelona have confirmed that defender Joules Kounde suffered a distal hamstring injury during the 3-3 draw against Inter in the first leg of the Champions

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / April 27

Chelsea in contact with 26-year-old Barcelona star who starred in Copa Del Rey final

Chelsea are reportedly reigniting their interest in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde, maintaining consistent communication with his representatives, according to TBR Football.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / March 29

Chelsea View Barcelona Defender as Alternative to £50M-Rated PSG Target

Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Jules Kounde, with the Barcelona defender seen as an alternative to Huijsen. According to Sport, the Blues have renewed their interest in Kounde, a player they tried to sign in 2022 while he was still at Sevilla.

FC Barcelona News / Caught Offside / March 29

Report: Chelsea reignite interest in LaLiga heavyweight, Blues prepare offer

Chelsea are reportedly preparing a massive bid to sign one of Barcelona’s key players, with fresh claims emerging from Spain. The Blues have reignited their interest in Jules Kounde, a player they aggressively pursued when he left Sevilla in 2022.