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Latest news at Barcelona. Jules Koundé, 27-year-old right-back, has admitted that his lack of minutes under Hansi Flick is due to a technical decision and his performance from last season. The Frenchman spoke during the France concentration prior to the match against Belgium in the Nations League.

Jules Koundé accepts his situation at Barcelona

Koundé explained that he is not carrying any injury and that his absence from Barcelona's recent line-ups is solely due to Flick's decision. The defender also linked his current situation to the level displayed during the previous season, which he considers below his own standards.

The rotation has significantly reduced his involvement at the beginning of this season. As per the available data, he has 4 LaLiga matches and 174 minutes, in addition to 90 minutes in the Champions League, without goals or assists. Eric García and João Cancelo have been prominent in the right-back position.

The scenario contrasts with his 2025/26 season, where he played 47 matches, scored 3 goals, and provided 4 assists for Barcelona. This performance followed the extension of his contract with the club until June 30, 2030, in August 2025.

Koundé acknowledges that regaining his position depends on improving his performance. The player noted that he must regain confidence and reduce mistakes with the ball, as well as enhance his ability to add verticality when involved in attacks.

🚨🎙️| Jules Koundé: "Limited playing time at Barça? It's Flick's decision and CONSEQUENCE of my last season in which I underperformed." #fcblive https://t.co/G2stJ9JVIu

— BarçaTimes (@BarcaTimes) October 4, 2026

France also tests Jules Koundé

Koundé's situation at Barcelona partially mirrors his current role in France. Since Zinedine Zidane's arrival, the full-back has faced competition for his position, with Pierre Kalulu used in some matches during this initial gathering.

Nevertheless, Koundé retains a significant role within the group. Zidane selected him as one of his three vice-captains, alongside Ousmane Dembélé and Adrien Rabiot, under Kylian Mbappé in the captaincy structure.

The defender also evaluated the initial weeks with Zidane and highlighted the frequent communication between the coach and players. The new French team aims for greater control through possession while maintaining a more aggressive press.

The French national team faces a second consecutive match against Belgium on October 5 in the Nations League. Koundé is among the options for the starting lineup after Zidane announced changes compared to the team that drew 1-1 against Italy.

Hansi Flick keeps competition open

For Koundé, the next goal is to reestablish his prominence upon his return to Barcelona. The upcoming Barcelona fixture is against Getafe on October 10, before heading to Istanbul to play against Galatasaray in the Champions League on October 13.

With a contract until 2030, Koundé remains tied to Barcelona in the long term, with his market value around €60 million according to Transfermarkt. Therefore, the immediate priority is sporting: convincing Hansi Flick with his upcoming minutes and returning to regular rotation.

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