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Liverpool exploring signing of Barcelona defender Jules Kounde

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:55 PM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Liverpool exploring signing of Barcelona defender Jules Kounde

Summary

Liverpool is considering an opportunity to sign defender Jules Kounde from Barcelona. Intermediaries have reached out to several major European clubs, including Liverpool, to gauge interest in Kounde, who is valued at over €50 million. Barcelona's stance is that Kounde, while highly regarded, is not urgent to sell, and they prefer to evaluate the market first. Liverpool finds Kounde's versatility appealing as he can play both right-back and central defense, but financial considerations regarding his salary could complicate a potential deal.

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Key Details

•Jules Kounde is valued at over €50 million by Barcelona.
•Liverpool is among several clubs interested in Kounde.
•Barcelona is evaluating the market before deciding on Kounde's future.
•Kounde can play both right-back and central defense.
•Financial barriers may limit Liverpool's pursuit of Kounde.

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3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Liverpool offered the chance to sign Barcelona star

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