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Barcelona are close to securing Marcus Rashford from Manchester United on a loan deal, with an option to buy the Englishman.
The club is unlikely to make any more major signings due to their financial restrictions, as they are working to offload several players to help their situation.
Behind the scenes, Hansi Flick is still trying to secure a contract extension for one of his top defenders.
Who is close to signing a new deal at Barcelona?
According to Mundo Deportivo, Jules Koundé is edging closer to signing a new contract with the Catalan giants.
Koundé, who is under contract until 2027, has been linked with several clubs, most notably Manchester City, who are looking for a new right back after Kyle Walker's exit.
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The French defender is one of the best in the world, often switching between right back and center back.
Koundé has excellent passing accuracy and tackling abilities. The defender can make timely challenges, but he's not afraid to show his tenacity.
Koundé is 27 years old, and Flick and the Barcelona board believe that the defender is in his prime and has plenty more to offer the La Liga giants.
Barcelona are hoping to extend his contract by the end of the summer, but it rests on the financial state of the club.
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