Deco meets Koundé's agent amid doubts over defender's form and Clásico fitness

Barcelona sporting director Deco has met defender Jules Koundé's agent, as doubts persist over the Frenchman's form and fitness for Sunday's El Clásico.

• Barcelona sporting director Deco had lunch on Thursday with Jules Koundé's agent, Jonathan Kebi.
• People close to Koundé denied the meeting touched on a sale or offers, calling it routine follow-up on his condition.
• Barcelona sources said the club does not rule out listening to offers for Koundé, who retains a high market value.
• Koundé's participation in Sunday's El Clásico against Real Madrid remains in doubt because of physical discomfort.