Jules Koundé: World's most fashionable footballer graces cover of France GQ Hype

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Jules Koundé is the latest cover star of the weekly edition of France's GQ Hype Magazine.

Jules Koundé: World's most fashionable footballer graces cover of France GQ Hype

David Ben 11:10 - 07.09.2023

Barcelona star Jules Koundé is the latest cover star of the weekly edition of France's GQ Hype Magazine.

Barcelona star Jules Kounde is the latest cover star of the weekly edition of France’s GQ Hype magazine.

The 24-year-old French centre-back has recently been lauded as one of the most fashionable footballers in the world.

Months before Kounde’s move to Barcelona in the summer of 2022, the former Sevilla star often impressed with his stylish outfits off the pitch.

Jules Kounde
Barcelona defender Jules Kounde| Photo Credit: Imago

Kounde’s unique and bold outfits has now seen him grace the cover of one of France’s most prominent lifestyle magazines - GQ Hype.

Jules Kounde is the latest cover star of the weekly edition of France’s GQ Hype

This week, the Barcelona defender was unveiled as the latest cover star of the weekly edition of France’s GQ Hype.

Jules Kounde is the cover star of GQ Hype
Jules Kounde is the cover star of GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)

For the cover of the latest edition,  Kounde wears a Dior Men’s Coat, shirts, pants and rains boot alongside a Prada Tie.

GQ announced the new cover featuring Kounde on Instagram with a caption that read: 

Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)

“At 24, he is one of the most talented French footballers of his generation. In addition to a brilliant career on the pitch between FC Barcelona and the National team, the young adidas ambassador has also become a key player for style inspiration. Meet the new emperor of fashion: Jules Koundé.”

In the latest magazine, Kounde opens up about his liberal and very expressive fashion style as well as his personality and influences off the pitch.

Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)

In his interview with GQ Hype, Kounde his style as “Streetwear” cited Junya Watanabe, Colm Dillane of KidSuper, Virgil Abloh, and Pharell Williams amongst his influences.

Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)
Jules Kounde poses for GQ Hype| Photo Credit: Instagram(@gqfrance)

Jules Kounde Form & Goals 2023

Having helped Barcelona win the 2022-23 LaLiga EASPORTS title in his debut season, Kounde has since established himself as a crucial member of Xavi’s team.

Jules Kounde
Jules Kounde of Barcelona| Photo Credit: Imago
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The 24-year-old featured 29 times for Barcelona in their title winning campaign scoring once and creating three assists.

This Frenchman also helped Les Blues reach the finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, although they lost on penalties to eventual winners Argentina.

So far this season, Kounde has featured four times and scored once for the Blaugrana in LaLiga.