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'He wants to play in a more competitive team': Sevilla chief Jose Maria Cruz confirms Chelsea target Jules Kounde wants to LEAVE this summer, as he admits the club cannot match the defender's ambition

After much speculation, it has been confirmed that Jules Kounde wishes to depart Sevilla this summer.

The club's chief, Jose Maria Cruz, confirmed that the player wishes to play his football elsewhere next season owing to his 'ambition'.

Speaking to Sporting Witness, Cruz explained that it was not a case of 'money' but that he wishes to play in a more competitive side than Sevilla.

Jules Kounde will look to depart Sevilla this summer, with Chelsea said to be interested in him

Jules Kounde will look to depart Sevilla this summer, with Chelsea said to be interested in him

He said: 'Again, the player, I am sure, respects Sevilla FC.