Manchester United shipped 35 goals in just 25 games. That’s chaos. Despite adding three defenders last summer, the backline leaks persist—Amorim’s tactics need more than tweaks. They demand reinforcements.
So, United may be back in the market.
Word is they’ve lodged a £66 million bid (€80 million) to Barcelona for Jules Koundé as per Fichajes. The former Sevilla star has thrived at Camp Nou—versatile, robust, and ready to play as centre or right-back.
Koundé is not new to British scouts—he was linked with United while at Sevilla, and those rumours haven’t cooled according to transferfeed reports.
Barcelona’s finances could force their hand, but manager Hansi Flick sees Koundé as indispensable.
The Frenchman was dropped against Rayo Vallecano for disciplinary reasons—but his talent remains unquestioned.
For United, aiming to rebuild under Ruben Amorim, that versatility is gold. They need players like him to anchor a three-at-the-back formation and shore up wing-back options.
Still, a move to Old Trafford may not appeal. United risk missing out on Champions League football, while Chelsea and City offer stronger European draws. That could swing the decision Koundé’s way.
Moreover, rumors has it that Barcelona are in talks to extend his deal until 2030—signaling their intent to keep him. That makes pulling off this transfer a steep challenge.
If United pull it off? They’d secure one of La Liga’s most accomplished defenders—someone ready to stabilize a floundering defence this summer.