Jules Olivier Kounde is a professional soccer player born in Paris, France, on November 12, 1998. He spent his youth career at Fraternelle de Landiras (2004–2009), Cérons (2009–2010), La Brède FC (2010–2013), and Bordeaux (2013–2018). The defender made his professional debut in a Coupe de France game against Granville.
Jules joined Sevilla in 2019, winning the 2019/20 UEFA Europa League with the team. He was named to the 2019/20 UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season and the 2021/22 La Liga Team of the Season. He scored five goals in his 95 appearances for Sevilla.
Jules has played for the France U20 and U21 teams. He debuted for the national team in 2021, winning the 2020/21 UEFA Nations League. He joined FC Barcelona in 2022, wearing the number 23 jersey. Jules owns a clothing brand, HFP, with Goba Noel. He has over 1.5 million followers on his verified Instagram account.
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