The drama unfolding at FC Barcelona is getting juicier by the minute. Jules Kounde, the France international defender, has found himself in a precarious situation despite signing a contract extension until 2030 just last summer. It seems his status within the squad has taken a hit under head coach Hansi Flick, who has been deploying him at right-back instead of his natural centre-back position.
The tactical adjustment, combined with inconsistent performances, has reportedly made Kounde a potential sellable asset for Barcelona. This is a far cry from the assurances he received from former manager Xavi Hernandez, who promised him a centre-back role. Kounde's current hamstring injury has only added to his woes, and it remains to be seen how his recovery progress will affect Barcelona's decision on his future.
Jules Kounde's situation at Barcelona is a stark reminder that even the biggest clubs in the world can make mistakes. In Nigeria, we know a thing or two about tactical misalignments, and Kounde's case is a perfect example of how it can affect a player's career. Meanwhile, Afrobeats fans are still reeling from the news that Tiwa Savage was dropped from her record label - it's clear that even the biggest stars can fall out of favour with their teams.
