Sevilla sporting director denies any contact with Barca over Kounde

There are zero contacts with Barcelona for Jules Kounde. No talks ongoing," Sevilla's sporting director has said, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano.

"I understand Xavi as Ronald Araujo and Kounde together would be great but there’s nothing."

As per reports, Barcelona are hoping that Sevilla will lower their asking price on Kounde. The Catalans hope to close the operation at around €45m, whereas Sevilla are asking for €15m more.

In the 2021/22 season, Kounde recorded 3 goals and 1 assist in 44 matches for the Andalusians.

Source: Fabrizio Romano @ Twitter