Barcelona have turned down a proposal to sign Denzel Dumfries, opting to focus on keeping Jules Kounde amid interest from Manchester City.

• Jorge Mendes offered Dumfries to Barcelona
• €25m release clause expires July 31
• Barca planning long-term deal for Kounde

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  According to , agent Jorge Mendes offered Dumfries to Barcelona in a summer proposal, but the club have declined to move forward with the deal. While the Dutchman was once on Barca’s radar, the Catalans have chosen not to act, largely due to their confidence in Kounde, who is set to remain their primary right-back.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Dumfries is reportedly available for just €25 million (£21m/$29m) due to a temporary release clause that expires at the end of the month. Yet, with City circling Kounde, the Blaugrana are instead working on convincing the France international to sign a new contract and join their bid to retain their La Liga crown.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Dutch international Dumfries has been a key figure for Inter, recording 22 goals and 26 assists in 179 appearances since joining from PSV for around €15m in 2021. He renewed his contract until 2028 and reportedly earns €4m net per year.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?

  Unless Barcelona face a sudden departure or bid for Kounde, they are unlikely to revisit Dumfries. Their focus remains on keeping their current defensive core intact. City’s interest in Kounde could force Barcelona to act fast in securing a new contract to ward off any serious advances before the transfer window closes.

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