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Barcelona meet with superstar's agent to discuss new contract terms
Barcelona have started taking important steps to secure the future of key players, and Jules Kounde is high on that list.
According to SPORT, the club's sporting director, Deco, held an informal meeting with the defender's agent, Jonathan Kebe, on the first day of pre-season training.
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The purpose of the meeting was to discuss a possible contract extension and to review the player's current situation.
Barcelona's message is clear
Kounde is currently under contract until June 2027, but both sides have been in contact for months regarding a potential extension and improved terms.
Yesterday's meeting was reportedly the fourth one between the two parties, showing that talks are ongoing and serious.
The club wants to make sure all major issues, including contract renewals, are sorted out before the new season officially kicks off.
With the pre-season tour just beginning, this is the ideal time to meet with players and agents face-to-face.
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Kounde remains key to Barcelona's project
From Barcelona's side, there is no doubt about Kounde's importance to the squad. The club sees him as a vital part of the long-term project and has no intention of letting him go.
By meeting with his agent, the club wanted to make it clear that the French defender is a cornerstone of the team and fully trusted by the sporting department. Although the process is moving slowly, there is confidence that a deal will be reached.
Kounde's performances and versatility have made him a key figure in defence, and both the club and his representatives are on the same page about his value.
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If everything goes as expected, fans can look forward to seeing Kounde in a Barcelona shirt for many more years.
