Overview
- Koundé told reporters in Nantes on Wednesday that he has a contract with Barcelona until 2030, that he hopes to stay at the club, and that transfer matters are secondary while he concentrates on the World Cup.
- He acknowledged his 2025–26 season fell below his own standards but remained a regular contributor with three goals, six assists and 47 appearances totaling 3,530 minutes as Barcelona won La Liga and the Supercopa.
- Multiple outlets have reported that Barcelona could be willing to listen to offers for Koundé as the club reshapes its squad and already reportedly signed Anthony Gordon while being linked to other targets such as Julián Álvarez.
- No public bids or club confirmations for Koundé have been reported and any move would require agreement between the player and Barcelona given his long-term deal.
- Koundé’s stance shifts attention to two things to watch this summer: whether Barcelona actually makes formal offers to sell players to fund reinforcements and how Koundé’s World Cup form affects his standing at the club.