Flick confirms Koundé will miss El Clásico against Real Madrid

By Erick León

Hansi Flick confirmed on Saturday, October 24, that Jules Koundé will not take part in El Clásico against Real Madrid. The Barcelona coach explained that the team does not want to take risks with the defender, according to EFE’s report published by Hola News.

Flick also called for defensive improvement compared with the PSG match and expressed respect for José Mourinho’s work. Although Barcelona had won nine consecutive league games, the coach stressed the particular demands of El Clásico.

Source: EFE, via Hola News — original report.

English translation of the original article published on October 25, 2026.

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