Liverpool are gearing up to make an €80 million offer to sign Barcelona defensive mainstay Jules Kounde.
Jules Kounde has only gone from strength to strength since joining the Catalan giants. Not only has he established himself as a key figure in the team, but he is also widely regarded as one of the best defenders in the world.
His performances have placed him on the radar of Liverpool, who, according to a report from Fichajes, are gearing up to make an €80 million offer to sign him. This is not the first time the 27-year-old has been linked with a move to Anfield. The Reds have a long-standing interest in him, and are set to test their resolve next summer.
After making a name for himself at Sevilla, the French defender made the move to Barcelona in the summer of 2022 in a deal worth €50 million plus add-ons. Kounde hasn’t looked back since joining the Spanish giants. He has established himself as one of their mainstays, and his versatility has come in very handy for Hansi Flick’s team.
Liverpool are plotting a raid on Barcelona
While he prefers playing as a centre-back, Kounde’s majority appearances in recent seasons have come as a right-back. He is considered a very important part of Arne Slot’s plans, and with his contract running until 2030, Barcelona are in complete control of his future.
Despite that, Liverpool are ready to try their luck. The Reds wants to add quality to the right side of their defence, and they consider Kounde just the perfect fit to take things to the next level. The Merseyside club are ready to table an offer worth €80 million to prise him away from the Catalan giants.
While Barcelona won’t want to part ways with one of their best players, such a massive financial offer will certainly make them think twice. Kounde has just entered the prime years of his career, and if Liverpool manages to lure him away, it could be a massive hit. However, it won’t be easy for the player who wants a massive paycheck and has yet to decide on his next club.
