Jules Kounde has been linked with a move away from Spain, and clubs like Liverpool and Arsenal are keen on the versatile Barcelona defender as well.
Chelsea are interested in securing his signature, and a report from Graeme Bailey on TBR Football has claimed that the Blues are in constant contact with the representatives of the French international.
Kounde is capable of operating as a full-back as well as a central defender. His versatility will be an added bonus for Chelsea if they can get the deal done. They have looked quite vulnerable at the back this season, and signing a quality defender will be one of their priorities.
The French defender has proven himself in Spain, and he could be open to trying out a new challenge. A move to the Premier League could be an exciting opportunity for him. Chelsea are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and the opportunity to join them will be hard to turn down.
Arsenal have looked vulnerable defensively, and they need reinforcements as well. Gabriel Magalhaes has struggled with injury problems, and Arsenal need more depth at the back if they want to do well in multiple competitions. Kounde would be the ideal acquisition for the North London outfit.
Finally, Liverpool are in need of defensive reinforcements as well. Joe Gomez has a disappointing fitness record, and he has struggled with persistent injury problems. Liverpool should look to replace the English defender with someone who has greater availability. The French international could prove to be the ideal acquisition.
All three clubs have the financial muscle to get the deal done, and it remains to be seen how the situation unfolds. Barcelona are going through financial difficulties right now, and they could be open to selling the player for the right price. It remains to be seen where the Frenchman ends up eventually. He has the quality to improve all three clubs, and he could make an instant impact as well.
