Jules Kounde names the Barcelona legend he would have loved to have played with

TL;DR

Jules Kounde expressed a desire to have played alongside Thierry Henry at Barcelona, praising his mentality and skills. Kounde also mentioned Vinicius and Rafael Leao as tough opponents he's faced in his career.

Key points

Jules Kounde plays for FC Barcelona.
Kounde admires Thierry Henry's skills and mentality.
Vinicius and Rafael Leao are tough opponents for Kounde.
Barcelona will play Real Madrid in El Clasico soon.

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BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 09: Jules Kounde of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD6 match between FC Barcelona and Eintracht Frankfurt at Camp Nou on December 09, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jules Kounde has been talking Barcelona legends and been quizzed on the one player he would have loved to have played with at Camp Nou. The French defender currently plays alongside superstars such as Pedri and Lamine Yamal with Hansi Flick’s side and named a compatriot when it came to a past player. “I’d choose Thierry Henry. I really like his mentality, his quality,” he told a Q&A with the club’s media on Wednesday. “He was a very fast player and very good with the ball; he could also play in midfield. He was a very complete player.” Kounde was also asked about the toughest players he’s faced during his career and came up with two names. “[] is the player who has given me the most problems,” he added. “He’s a great player, very fast and constantly changing direction. I also had a very bad time with .” Kounde will come up against Vinicius again on Sunday when Barcelona face

Q&A

Which Barcelona legend did Jules Kounde wish to play with?

Jules Kounde would have loved to play with Thierry Henry, citing his mentality and quality.

Who are the toughest players Jules Kounde has faced in his career?

Kounde identified Vinicius and Rafael Leao as the toughest players he has encountered.

When is Barcelona's next match against Real Madrid?

Barcelona will face Real Madrid in El Clasico on Sunday at Camp Nou.