JULES KOUNDE NEWS

Barcelona provide injury updates on Jules Kounde & Eric Garcia Barcelona have issued updates on injuries picked up by Jules Kounde and Eric Garcia.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Strains thigh in win Kounde suffered a strained left thigh during Saturday's 1-0 win over Valencia, his club confirmed Sunday.

Impact Kounde and Eric Garcia both went down with muscular injuries in Saturday's game, leaving Barca without two starting central defenders. While neither are expected to be out for more than Tuesday's trip to Viktoria Plzen, it's not good that Kounde has suffered two muscular injuries in the last month with the World Cup not far away. In his absence, Andreas Christensen (ankle) isn't far from returning and Gerard Pique could also feature.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early with issue Kounde departed Saturday's matchup with Valencia after 74 minutes with an apparent injury.

Impact The young defender was replaced by Gerard Pique, who would probably see the bulk of playing time should Kounde be sidelined for an extended period. In any event, it's a tough blow for fantasy owners and Barcelona supporters alike, as this isn't the first injury to have cropped up in recent history. Only time will tell if the issue is related to the hamstring problem he experienced earlier this year.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Real Madrid Kounde (hamstring) made the starting lineup against Real Madrid.

Impact Kounde is a massive piece to return after missing four games with an injury picked up during the international break. Following Gerard Pique's dismal efforts in a midweek draw with Inter Milan, Kounde provides the first step to returning the team to better fitness, though it might be too late to salvage their European dreams.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Sunday Kounde (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's match against Inter Milan but could play Sunday against Real Madrid, manager Xavi announced Tuesday.

Impact Some reports had suggested Kounde is completely out of contention for Sunday's Clasico but the manager is at least giving him a chance of returning. For now, Gerard Pique, Eric Garcia and apparently Marcos Alonso are options to start as central defenders. Due to an injury picked up during the international break, Kounde will have missed four straight games after Wednesday.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Clasico Kounde (hamstring) is expected to miss Wednesday's match against Inter Milan and will be in doubt for Sunday's match at Real Madrid, according to Javier Miguel of AS.

Impact Kounde has missed each of the last three games and even with two wins in that time, confidence is low for more important matches following some poor showings without the Frenchman. In his absence, expect Gerard Pique and Eric Garcia to continue as the top and only available options at center-back.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Frenkie de Jong and Jules Kounde expected to return for El Clasico Barcelona have been handed a big boost ahead of El Clasico, with Frenkie de Jong and Jules Kounde set to be fit for it.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Facing three-to-four week absence Kounde (hamstring) is expected to miss between three and four weeks due to a muscular issue picked up on international duty, according to Javi Miguel of AS.

Impact Initial prognostications had Kounde out for a month but his club assessed that closer to three weeks, which would put him in contention for the Oct. 16 Clasico against Real Madrid. This still puts him out for at least four games, two of which will come against Inter Milan. While he's on the sidelines, Andreas Christensen could come in at center-back while Hector Bellerin gets a regular starting shot on the right.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jules Kounde injured on France duty France’s injury woes continued against Austria as defender Jules Kounde was forced off in the first half. Kounde, 23, went down in the 23rd...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Suffers muscular issue Kounde came off with a muscle injury during Thursday's clash with Austria.

Impact Kounde was brought off with a muscular injury Thursday, putting him in doubt for a clash with Mallorca after the break. The defender was able to walk off, but muscular issues can linger and it's possible he heads back to Barcelona to recover.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barcelona register Jules Kounde Barcelona have registered Jules Kounde with La Liga, The Athletic understands. The summer signing is believed to be available to face Real V...

AUGUST 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Still out of squad Kounde remains unable to play ahead of Sunday's match against Real Sociedad as he has an adductor injury and is yet to be registered with La Liga.

Impact Kounde reportedly has an escape clause built into his contract if Barca can't register him by the end of the month so this will be a saga over the next week. On this occasion, Andrea Christensen and Gerard Pique are likely to be the starting center-backs while Ronald Araujo features at right-back.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not registered for La Liga Kounde has yet to be registered for the 2022/23 La Liga season, according to Alex Pintanel of MARCA.

Impact Kounde has yet to be registered for the 2022/23 La Liga season, allowing Barcelona to financially register the rest of their new signings. Since Kounde is dealing with a thigh injury it's possible he will be registered in the coming weeks when healthy. For now his lack of registration will guarantee his absence against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In team training Kounde (pelvis) participated in Barcelona's first team training session of the season.

Impact Kounde participated in the first training session as he completed a move to Barcelona earlier in the week. Financial issues could wreak havoc on Barcelona and Kounde's registration to La Liga but at the very least he seems healthy for the upcoming campaign.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 2, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Jules Kounde: Barcelona confirm signing of Sevilla defender on five-year deal after Chelsea had targeted Frenchman Barcelona make Jules Kounde their fifth summer signing; Frenchman has a one billion euros (£839.6m) release clause in contract; Kounde was a...

JULY 29, 2022 • SKY.COM

Barcelona move official Kounde has signed a five-year contract with Barcelona after transferring from Sevilla, the club announced Friday.

Impact Kounde's move to Barcelona is now fully official, though the club still needs to sort out its financial situation before it can register him for the upcoming La Liga season that begins on Aug. 13. Sevilla meanwhile will have to replace both of their starting center-backs from last campaign as Diego Carlos also departed for Aston Villa.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona Confirms Move for Sevilla Defender Jules Kounde Barça reportedly pipped Chelsea to a move for the French international, who is the club’s fifth signing of the summer.

JULY 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Moving to Barcelona Kounde's move to Barcelona is all agreed upon, pending medical exams and the official signing of contracts, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Kounde has been linked with a transfer away from Sevilla for a couple years now and it seems he's finally getting a move to Barcelona, who of course are operating under strict financial rules and have no way of guaranteeing that Kounde -- or any of the players they have signed this summer -- will be registered in time for the season. But assuming that the club is somehow able to straighten everything out off the pitch, Kounde could slide right into the starting lineup alongside Ronald Araujo in central defense, with Andreas Christensen, Eric Garcia and an aging Gerard Pique offering depth at the position. Kounde is also still recovering from a minor pelvic operation he underwent in June.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing transfer Kounde (pelvis) has reportedly finished his time with Sevilla after saying goodbye to his teammates during Thursday's session in Lagos, Nigeria, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Kounde has been entangled in a transfer tug-of-war between Barcelona and Chelsea, but it seems like Barca have won out and there should be an official announcement in the near future. This should clear the way for Marcao and Karim Rekik or Nemanja Gudelj to serve as the center-back pairing for the coming season.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona poised to beat Chelsea to Kounde deal Barcelona are set to beat Chelsea to the signing of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde, for a fee believed to be around €50million plus €10millio...

JULY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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JULY 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Traveling for preseason tour Kounde (pelvis) was named to the traveling roster for a preseason trip to South Korea, his club confirmed Thursday.

Impact Kounde is still recovering from surgery undergone in mid-June so it's not a certainty he'll play in any matches during this trip. In the midst of transfer rumors as well, Kounde should be able to return when the season begins in August no matter who he's contracted to.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

To undergo minor surgery Kounde will undergo an operation for a pelvis injury on Tuesday, Sevilla have announced. He is expected to be recovered and fit for the start of next season.

Impact Kounde has been dealing with a minor pelvis injury and this operation will fix that. The recovery time is expected to be short and should not affect his availability to begin the 2022/23 campaign in August, whether he's still with Sevilla or if he's somewhere else.

JUNE 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE