"Despite their up and down performances at times this season, Barcelona have full confidence in both Balde and Kounde as the team's starting full-backs, sources tell Barça Universal exclusively. So far this term, Kounde has played 34 matches in all competitions, registering three goals and two assists in the process. While his partnership with Lamine Yamal going forward remains strong, the French international's issues have been on the defensive side - poor positioning and struggles in 1v1 duels have become recurring themes."
"Meanwhile, Balde has featured in 29 games and has three assists to his name. The La Masia graduate has not shown his best level on either end of the pitch on a consistent basis, although things have been looking better in recent matches. Irrespective of their inconsistent displays this term, Barcelona retain full confidence in their full-back duo. Moreover, with Joao Cancelo arriving in the winter, it will allow Hansi Flick to rotate more and ease the workload on Kounde and Balde,"
FC Barcelona have suffered defensive problems throughout the season, with goals conceded and no established centre-back pairing. Jules Kounde has played 34 matches, scoring three goals and supplying two assists, but has shown defensive weaknesses in positioning and 1v1 duels despite a strong attacking partnership with Lamine Yamal. Alejandro Balde has featured in 29 games with three assists but has lacked consistent high-level performances on both ends of the pitch, improving in recent matches. Barcelona maintain full confidence in both full-backs. The winter arrival of Joao Cancelo will enable rotation, ease workloads, and increase competition for places.
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