Barcelona star reveals he is falling out of love with football

In recent years, Jules Kounde has developed into one of the best right-backs in world football – despite being a natural centre-back. He was taken out of position under former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez, and he has now made the path his own.

However, Kounde understands that he still has a lot to do in this position, as he told the podcast “The Bridge” (via Marca).

“Sometimes people don't understand that we have our own criteria and goals in a game. I am the one who knows best what I can do in a field. In my case, when I play as a full-back, I am judged on things that are not my strengths. I understand that I have changed positions and that this requires different things. I'm working on it.

Kounde also talked about his feelings as a professional footballer. He admitted that in recent years he has gradually started to lose his love for the game as other interests have entered his life.

“It's difficult because I have a lot of interests. I want my family to be safe. I also want to help others. I don't see myself as a coach. But I find the relationship between player and coach very interesting. It's too much stress. Being a coach is very complicated.

'I'd be lying if I told you I love football as much as I used to. It used to be my career, now it's my job. When I started, my life off the field was secondary.”

Football may just be a job for Kounde now, but it is a job he does very well. He is a very valuable player for Barcelona, ​​and he will certainly remain so for many years to come.