AC Milan join transfer battle with Bayern Munich and Chelsea for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde

According to a report by Barca Universal on Monday, October 19, 2026, AC Milan have joined Chelsea and Bayern Munich in showing interest in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde as speculation continues over the Frenchman’s future at the club.

Milan are reportedly seeking to reinforce their defensive options with an experienced, high-level player and have identified the 27-year-old as a suitable candidate.

Since arriving at Barcelona, Kounde has established himself as a key member of the squad. However, his standing under manager Hansi Flick has reportedly weakened amid growing competition for starting places.

Eric Garcia has recently overtaken him in the right-back hierarchy, raising concerns about how much playing time Kounde could receive moving forward.

Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also interested in the defender’s situation. The London club had previously considered signing him before his transfer to Barcelona, while Bayern are continuing to follow developments surrounding his future.

Nevertheless, Barcelona are not currently planning to part ways with Kounde. The defender remains under contract until June 2030, meaning the club are in a strong negotiating position should any team make an approach.

Furthermore, reports suggest that Kounde has no intention of leaving Barcelona at this stage. Any possible move could therefore depend on whether Milan, Chelsea or Bayern Munich present an offer substantial enough to persuade the Spanish club to reconsider their position.

His ability to play in both central defence and at right-back continues to make him an important asset for Flick. Such versatility is particularly useful as Barcelona balance their commitments across multiple competitions.

For the moment, the three interested clubs will have to monitor the situation and wait for Barcelona to indicate whether they are willing to entertain offers. Although Kounde’s future has attracted considerable attention, there is currently no guarantee that he will leave the Catalan club.

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