Jules Kounde faces fitness race for El Clasico
Barcelona defender Jules Kounde missed team training due to an ankle injury ahead of the Real Madrid clash.

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Barcelona defender Jules Kounde is a doubt for the upcoming La Liga El Clasico against Real Madrid. According to Sport.es, the 27-year-old Frenchman did not participate in the team's group training session on the eve of the match.
Kounde is currently following a restricted training program as part of his recovery from a left ankle ligament sprain. His limited workload raises questions about his availability for tomorrow's game.
So far this season, Kounde has featured in eight matches for the Catalan side, contributing one goal and one assist.