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AC Milan enters race for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé
October 19, 2026 at 11:28 AM
AC Milan has joined Chelsea and Bayern Munich in the race to sign Barcelona defender Jules Koundé, per Spanish media reports.
- Spanish media reported Milan added the French defender to its shortlist to reinforce its defensive line.
- Koundé has lost his regular starting role under coach Hansi Flick, with Eric García now preferred at right-back.
- Barcelona sees no need to sell but would consider an offer carrying a significant financial return.
- Koundé's contract with Barcelona runs through June 2030, and he has not expressed a desire to leave.