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Revealed: The real reason Barcelona's Jules Kounde was dropped for Alaves clash as Hansi Flick 'punishment' comes to light

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<p>The German manager made just one change to the Barcelona line-up that beat Young Boys 3-0 in the Champions League last week as he introduced Hector Fort in the right-back position in place of Kounde on Sunday. It was the first time that the French defender had been left out of the starting XI all season.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>While many believed that Kounde has been given a much-needed break, in reality, Flick decided to drop the player on disciplinary grounds, according to<em> </em><a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/motivo-real-suplencia-kounde-alaves-108990146" target="_blank"><em>Sport</em></a>. The defender reportedly did not turn up for their pre-game team meeting on time, which led to his punishment on the matchday. The former Bayern Munich coach has been very particular about punctuality and has reportedly warned several players in the squad regarding maintaining discipline.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/barcelona-player-ratings-alaves-robert-lewandowski-hat-trick-la-liga-win/blt6f9a6228d78fa753" target="_blank">Robert Lewandowski netted a hat-trick</a> as the Catalan giants comprehensively beat their hosts 3-0 to extend their lead to three points over arch-rivals Real Madrid at the top of La Liga. Despite missing out on a starting line-up spot, Kounde was eventually brought into the game in the 67th minute.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>La Liga's leaders will be back in action after the international break as they play host to Sevilla on October 20. Kounde will be determined to demonstrate his discipline in the build-up to that encounter. </p>

WHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?

Revealed: The real reason Barcelona's Jules Kounde was dropped for Alaves clash as Hansi Flick 'punishment' comes to light | Goal.com

Hansi Flick dropped Jules Kounde from Barcelona&apos;s starting line-up against Alaves for disciplinary reasons, it has been revealed.

Revealed: The real reason Barcelona&apos;s Jules Kounde was dropped for Alaves clash as Hansi Flick &apos;punishment&apos; comes to light