The French squad continues its impressive run in the 2026 World Cup, captivating audiences worldwide. Consequently, several talents under Didier Deschamps‘ guidance are drawing significant interest from elite European clubs. Previously, Michael Olise was rumored to be on the radar of Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, while Malo Gusto‘s name surfaced in connection with Manchester City, and Maxence Lacroix with Chelsea. Now, it appears Jules Koundé is the latest to capture attention, with reports linking the 27-year-old defender to German powerhouse Bayern Munich!

Bayern Munich’s strong interest in Jules Koundé

Jules Koundé is reportedly considered the ideal candidate to fulfill the Bavarian club’s requirements for a right-back position. Sources indicate that FC Barcelona is not ruling out a transfer for the French international, should a mutually beneficial proposal be put forth. Koundé‘s valuation is estimated to be around 60M€, a figure the Blaugrana are reportedly unwilling to negotiate below. Therefore, Bayern Munich would likely need to meet this substantial asking price to secure an agreement with Barça.

Will FC Barcelona sanction his departure post-World Cup?

Securing this deal might present a considerable challenge for the pensionnaires de Bundesliga. Jules Koundé recently committed his future to FC Barcelona with a contract extension until June 2031. Nevertheless, this season saw manager Hansi Flick occasionally favor Eric Garcia in the right-back role over Koundé. Given this dynamic, a potential departure for the defender of the French national team following the 2026 World Cup cannot be entirely dismissed. The situation continues to develop.