The discoverer of Koundé believes that Barça is perfect for him
Gustavo Poet was in charge of presenting Experts assure that it will be the '9' that will dominate football in the coming years in the eyes of top-tier European football. The Uruguayan coach had the French central defender when he was a member of the Girondins of Burdeos Y, despite his enormous youth, did not hesitate to give gallons.
Now that your arrival at FC Barcelona it's imminent, Own Poyet has offered an interview to Diario Sport where he has recognized that the Barça Y Xavi are the ideal elements for Koundé finally exploit all its virtues:
“Barça's style suits him perfectly. At Barça there is always a lot of field behind the defense, but Jules is very powerful and quick to correct if necessary. A Xavi, as I also liked, he wants centre-backs who are daring with the ball, that can break lines. I asked him to join the midfield to create superiorities".
Koundé is mentally prepared
The coach also wanted to emphasize that he sees the French footballer very prepared mentally to take on the challenge of landing in the Camp Nou:
“AND. It's what I told you before. With 19 years ago he debuted in Girondins and has a lot of personality. He is very professional and will not regret playing for Barça. They are making very good signings, a very competitive team and I'm sure that if Xavi manages to find the balance and everyone helps him, he won't have any problems”.
Araujo Complement
Much information indicates that Araujo Y Koundé They are the pair of central defenders for Xavi, situation that endorses Poyet, since he believes that Uruguayan and French would complement each other perfectly:
“Yes. The two can be compensated. They are two players with presence, fast and perfect for Barça's style. Araujo already plays with the Uruguayan team and is a very aggressive player, in a good way, and he already has experience of playing for Barça. have this knowledge. Jules can learn from him in this aspect and also from the other centre-backs., like Pique".
By last, do not hesitate to confirm that Koundé could play side:
“You can play easy in that position. At some particular moment he can play in the band, but personally I think it's better when he plays central, I like it more. Pero es verdad que por su calidad puede actuar también en la banda”.
