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Barcelona are 'feeling convinced that they will sign Sevilla defender Jules Koundé' this summer - as they prepare to 'offer two players' for French centre-back in light of Manchester City interest

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

The French defender has had a number of admirers this summer - with the Catalan side and Premier League giants Manchester City leading the race for the 23-year-old's 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 made for the central defender.

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

Sevilla's 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.