Right-back Jules Kounde had an average game and will look to redeem himself this weekend. While Ronald Araujo is retained at the heart of the defence, Pau Cubarsi should come in place of Eric Garcia ...

In terms of playing time, Kounde has logged an impressive 2,722 minutes this season, surpassing both Raphinha (2,627 minutes) and Pau Cubarsi (2,560 minutes). While Raphinha has featured in 32 ...

In terms of playing time, Kounde has logged an impressive 2,722 minutes this season, surpassing both Raphinha (2,627 minutes) and Pau Cubarsi (2,560 minutes). While Raphinha has featured in 32 games, ...

Replacing Eric Garcia, though, Ronald Araujo returns to the fold to partner Pau Cubarsi in central defense as Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde are the left and right backs respectively.

Barcelona v Alavés Expected Lineup: GK Wojciech Szczesny LB Alejandro Balde | CB Ronald Araújo | CB Pau Cubarsí | RB Jules Koundé DM Marc Casadó | DM Frenkie de Jong LW Raphinha | AM Gavi ...

He's regarded as one of the club's exciting new generation of stars along with Alejandro Balde, Pau Cubarsi, Pedri and Lamine Yamal. The injury comes just days after he penned a lucrative new deal ...

Martinez has forged an impressive partnership with Pau Cubarsi at the heart of Barcelona's backline. The veteran defender has been a calming presence alongside the talented teenager this season.

Barcelona won back-to-back La Liga games for the first time in three months. / IMAGO/Pressinphot Although it wasn't the brightest display of the Hansi Flick era, Barcelona defeated Alavés 1–0 ...