Barcelona coach Xavi admits he's held talks with Jules Kounde.

It emerged yesterday Kounde had made a transfer request after being played out of position by Xavi.

After defeat at Real Valladolid, Xavi confirmed talks had been held.

"I spoke to him, yes, we were happy and everything was clear," said the coach. "I don't see any problems.

"We both came out of the meeting happy."