Liverpool set to make major bid for Barcelona star

Barcelona could be facing the loss of one of their key defenders. Reports indicate that English club Liverpool is preparing to make a significant offer for 27-year-old French right-back Jules Koundé.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Liverpool is willing to invest approximately €80 million, a figure that might entice Barcelona to sell Koundé, especially in light of the club’s ongoing financial difficulties. These issues have severely restricted Barcelona’s capability to register new players.

Liverpool has been closely monitoring Koundé for some time, and club management believes this is an opportune moment to secure the French international. This season, Koundé has featured in 45 matches for Barcelona, netting 3 goals and providing 4 assists. Transfermarkt estimates his market value at €65 million, and he is contracted with Barcelona until 2030.

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