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Barcelona 'are set to HIJACK Chelsea in their pursuit of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde' with the French defender in 'advanced talks to join the Catalan giants this summer' in a huge blow to Thomas Tuchel's ambitions

Chelsea could miss out on long-term target Jules Kounde who is reportedly in advanced talks with a move to Barcelona.

The Sevilla defender has been Thomas Tuchel's top target for the past year having seen a deal collapse for the 23-year-old last summer when the two clubs were unable to agree on a fee.

Catalunya Radio have now reported that the French international is in 'advanced talks' over a move to the Nou Camp this summer.

Barcelona are reportedly in 'advanced talks' to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde
It would be a massive blow for Chelsea who have long viewed Kounde as a top target

It's said that Barcelona have 'agreed a deal in principle' with their LaLiga rivals, which would see them pay £51million and send a player in the opposite direction.