Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Jules Kounde from Barcelona in a deal worth €75 million next year.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Arsenal are prepared to offer €75 million to sign French defender Jules Kounde, who is keen on a new challenge as well. A move to England could be quite exciting for the versatile Barcelona defender.
Mikel Arteta is reportedly an admirer of the French international defender, and he wants Arsenal to sign him at all costs. Kounde is versatile enough to operate in multiple defensive roles, and he could be an asset for the Gunners.
The French international is at the peak of his powers, and he could hit the ground running in English football. Arsenal need more depth and quality in their side if they want to compete with the European elite. They will be hoping to win the league title and the UEFA Champions League as well.
The Gunners need quality players at their disposal, and Jules Kounde has certainly shown his ability at the highest level. He has been a key player for club and country. The 26-year-old is open to a move to the Premier League, and it remains to be seen whether Arsenal can secure an agreement with the Spanish outfit.
Barcelona could be tempted to sell
€75 million is a lot of money for the French defender, and Barcelona are likely to be tempted if an offer is presented in the coming weeks. Barcelona are going through financial difficulties, and they could reluctantly accept a lucrative proposal for the French defender. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops.
The 26-year-old defender will look to hit the ground running in the Premier League and establish himself as a key player for Arsenal if the move goes through. Arsenal have shown great improvement in recent seasons, and they have been fighting for the Premier League title in the last two seasons.
However, the Gunners have missed out on the league title to Manchester City. Arsenal need more injection of quality to get across the line, and someone like Kounde will elevate the level of their squad adequately.