Koundé is no longer untouchable at Barcelona

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Jules Koundé, a 27-year-old French defender, could end up shaking up the FC Barcelona transfer market as he has lost his starting position at the beginning of the 2026/27 season under Hansi Flick. After the first two matches in LaLiga, the Frenchman has only accumulated about 20 minutes, and Eric García has established himself as the first choice for the right-back position.

This change marks a rupture compared to previous seasons. Koundé had been one of the players with the most continuity since his arrival at Barça in 2022, but he began on the bench in both the 0-5 against Elche and the 2-0 against Athletic Club.

Jules Koundé drops in Hansi Flick's hierarchy

Hansi Flick's decision is directly related to one name: Eric García. The coach has placed the Catalan at right-back during the start of this season, a position he shares with Lamine Yamal.

Against Athletic, Eric started again, and Koundé entered precisely in his place in the 80th minute. The same scenario had occurred four days earlier against Elche when the Frenchman also came on in the 80th minute, but that time he substituted Marc Bernal.

The issue for Koundé is not resolved by permanently moving to the center either. Pau Cubarsí and Gerard Martín have received significant minutes as central defenders, while Andreas Christensen remains part of Flick's available alternatives.

FC Barcelona has Koundé tied until 2030

The new sporting situation does not align with a contractual weakness. Koundé officially renewed with Barça until June 30, 2030, significantly extending his bond with the club.

That renewal came after a period of great continuity. Between November 2023 and April 2025, the defender played 86 consecutive matcheswith the team, a figure that contrasts with his current role as a substitute.

The transfer market remains open, but Barça has not communicated any formal negotiations to part ways with the player. His contract until 2030 allows the club to retain control over any potential offers that may arise during the final days of the transfer window.

LaLiga sets the new challenge for Jules Koundé

The situation could be reassessed immediately. Barça faces Rayo Vallecano on August 31 in their third LaLiga match, and Eric García once again appears among Flick's main options for the right-back position.

Koundé will have to regain ground through the minutes he receives and training sessions. The schedule will intensify in September with the league and European competitions, but the hierarchy for the season is already defined: Eric is ahead on the right, with several alternatives available in the center. Jules Koundé's next goal will be to earn his place back in Hansi Flick's starting lineup.

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