Jules Koundé picked up an ankle injury for international duty in France’s match against Germany, raising concerns for coach Xavi

This evening, Barcelona, a giant in La Liga, got some very bad news about some of their players.

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The news comes after it was said that a key member of the club’s defense has become hurt.

That player? Joël Koundé.

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Stopper Koundé, on the other hand, was back in action on Saturday, playing from the start of France’s friendly match against Germany.

After an hour, though, the 25-year-old was taken out of the game for Jonathan Clauss.

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And based on the most recent news from the French media, it looks like this was because of an accident.

Telekom Foot’s Saber Desfarges says that Koundé has hurt his ankle.

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Anyone connected with Barcelona will be waiting with bated breath for news on Koundé’s health as they get ready for their upcoming Champions League quarterfinal doubleheader with Paris Saint-Germain. It remains to be seen if the stopper will have to miss any significant amount of time.