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Barcelona are 'convinced they will win the race for Jules Kounde this summer' despite competition from Manchester City as they 'prepare to offer two players in a potential swap deal for the Sevilla defender'

Barcelona are reportedly convinced they will seal the signing of Sevilla defender Jules Koundé in the near future.

The Frenchman has had a number of admirers this summer, with the Catalan side and Premier League giants Manchester City leading the race for his signature.

However, Xavi's side look most likely to strike an agreement with their league rivals - as they are prepared to offer two players into any deal for the 23-year-old.

Sevilla defender Julesu00a0Koundu00e9 is growing closer to a move to Spanish league rivals Barcelona

Sevilla defender Jules Koundé is growing closer to a move to Spanish league rivals Barcelona

According to SPORT, the Catalan giants are preparing to make an official bid for Koundé and are willing to include winger Abdessamad 'Abde' Ezzalzouli and midfielder Nico Gonzalez into that deal.