J. Kounde denied rumors about strained relationship with "Barcelona © AFP

Jules Kounde should still remain among the champions of Spain.

Recently, rumors have surfaced in the Spanish press that the 24-year-old Frenchman wants to leave "Barcelona" because he is not satisfied with his current role. This season, he has spent more time playing as a right-back than as a center-back.

Today, the defender denied the rumors.

"I have to tell the truth, I have never requested to leave 'Barcelona' and I do not plan to do so in the near future. I am not going anywhere," J. Kounde wrote.

The Catalans wanted at least 80 million euros for J. Kounde if they eventually had to sell him.