Arsenal expresses interest in Barcelona's Jules Koundé amid defensive injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Arsenal is reportedly interested in Barcelona full-back Jules Koundé as a potential addition. Mikel Arteta is a known admirer of Koundé, who recently returned to training after finishing fourth with France at the World Cup. Arsenal, dealing with injuries to William Saliba and Jurriën Timber, is exploring options after facing high demands for their primary target, Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa. Barcelona is also looking to adjust its defense, having loaned Ronald Araujo to Liverpool.
- •Arsenal is seeking defensive reinforcements amid player injuries.
- •Koundé has returned to training with Barcelona after the World Cup.
- •Ezri Konsa's high price has led Arsenal to consider Koundé.
- •Barcelona has options in defense with other players emerging.
- •Bayern Munich and PSG have also shown interest in Koundé.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona full-back Jules Koundé wanted by Arsenal
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