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Chelsea renew interest in defender Jules Kounde amid defensive struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Chelsea renew interest in defender Jules Kounde amid defensive struggles

Summary

Chelsea is once again linked with La Liga defender Jules Kounde as they seek to address their ongoing defensive issues. The club is reportedly considering a move for Kounde in January, facing competition from Bayern Munich. Kounde, who has impressed at Barcelona since his transfer, may be a suitable addition to Chelsea's back three. The outcome will largely depend on Barcelona's asking price and Kounde's preferences. Additionally, Chelsea's defensive woes have led to discussions among fans about potential formation changes.

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What We Know

•Chelsea is targeting Jules Kounde to improve their defense.
•Kounde may be available for transfer in January.
•Bayern Munich could also be interested in signing Kounde.
•Fans are calling for potential changes in Chelsea's formation.
•The asking price from Barcelona will influence Chelsea's decision.

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11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea linked with La Liga defender once again as Blues struggle to fix leaky defence

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