'Here we go': Fabrizio Romano issues Kounde update, names 'key factor' in transfer saga

"Jules Kounde to Barcelona, here we go! Verbal agreement now in place with Sevilla after the long saga and further negotiations today, waiting to get it signed soon," Fabrizio Romano has tweeted.

"Jules Kounde agreed personal terms with Barca last weekend, contract ready. Xavi, key factor again," he added.

Jules Koundé to Barcelona, here we go! Verbal agreement now in place with Sevilla after the long saga and further negotiations today, waiting to get it signed soon. 🚨🔵🔴 #FCB

Jules Koundé agreed personal terms with Barça last weekend, contract ready. Xavi, key factor again. pic.twitter.com/eX2jeVPheF

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 27, 2022

Barcelona are expected to announce the move later today. The Catalans reportedly have signed Kounde for €50m plus €10m in variables.

Source: Fabrizio Romano