Barcelona right back Jules Kounde signed a contract extension with 28-time La Liga winner FC Barcelona, which allows the player to play for the Catalan club till 2030. Despite receiving lucrative offers from English clubs like Chelsea and Manchester City, Kounde decided to stick with FC Barcelona, which speaks volumes for his commitment and loyalty to Barcelona. The contract extension was the result of his contribution in the club's domestic treble-winning season under Hansi Flick, where Kounde took the responsibility to secure the right wing.
One of the best French defenders conquered his flaws and became one of Europe's most complete defenders. His story started in Paris chaos but ended with Spanish glory at Camp Nou. At 26, he turned rage into brilliance and tantrums into titles. Barcelona paid €50 million for his services and got pure gold in return. From Sevilla's Europa League triumph to Barcelona's Copa del Rey glory. The boy who broke furniture with footballs now breaks opposition attacks with perfection. His left foot scores winners, and his right foot builds Barcelona's future from the back.
Jules Olivier Kounde was born on November 12 1998, in Paris, France. As of 2025, Jules Kounde age is 27 years. His father came from Benin, bringing West African fire to French streets. His parents separated when he was just one year old, tearing his world apart. The single mother packed up everything and moved south to tiny Landiras village. Started playing football at six because it was the only thing that made him happy. Bordeaux academy spotted his talent, but also his terrible temper tantrums. Sevilla paid €25 million for a diamond in the rough needing polish. Barcelona spent €50 million to seal the deal from Andalusia in the summer of 2022.
Liverpool and Chelsea fought tooth and nail, but Barcelona's project won his heart. Five-year contract runs until 2030 with dreams of Champions League glory. Hansi Flick converted him into the perfect right-back, destroying everything in his path. The positional switch from centre-back to Right back under unlocked his attacking potential completely.
Physical Attributes: Jules Kounde height is 1.80m and Jules Kounde weight falls between the range of 70kg to 75 kg, giving him an athletic build which suits his position on the field.
Jules Kounde Family comprises his mother, who worked multiple jobs to keep food on their table and dreams alive. Football was their only escape, and they often watched matches together at the local clubhouse, sharing moments with neighbours.
With no siblings, Jules fought his battles completely alone during his childhood years. His mother worried because his anger scared everyone around him. After losing matches, he would explode with fury that lasted the entire weekend. "I'd be in a foul mood all weekend with atrocious behaviour", he later admitted.
Jules Kounde career started at Fraternelle de Landiras, where football became his salvation. His mother attended every single training session showing incredible dedication to his development. She recognised that football channelled his anger into something productive and beautiful.
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