RESOLVING THE LEDGER
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Man United-linked Barcelona defender believes he is being “pushed out” of the club
The future of Alejandro Balde has become a hot topic at Barcelona lately, with many expecting him to leave the club by the end of the summer transfer window.
The likes of Aston Villa, SL Benfica and recently Manchester United have been linked with a move for Balde, who has fallen out of favour under Hansi Flick.
Balde was even left out of Barcelona’s squad for the opening game against Elche later this evening, which was a statement by itself.
Balde feels he is being pushed out
Balde has no future at Barcelona. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)
As rumours surrounding Balde’s future continue, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has offered a critical piece of update.
Romero suggests Balde feels he is being pushed out of Barcelona and that the club are constantly trying to settle his future.
The player, for his part, is happy at Barcelona and wants to fight for his place in the team. Hansi Flick, though, doesn’t see things that way.
Balde’s pre-season form was far from ideal and his performances last season were inconsistent, to say the least.
Injuries haven’t helped his cause either. As a result, Barcelona now consider Joao Cancelo as the first-choice left-back, with Gerard Romero serving as a momentary backup.
What’s next for Balde?
Out of Barcelona’s plans. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
As mentioned earlier, Balde has no shortage of suitors, with multiple clubs including Manchester United interested in his services.
Man United, in fact, are closely monitoring the situation as they are in the market for a new left-back. Balde fits the bill well given his age profile and immense potential.
Barcelona, though, will now let Balde leave for cheap. The club value the player at around €40 million at the very least.
This is the very reason Benfica have already ruled out a move for Balde and it remains to be seen whether the Red Devils entertain Barcelona’s valuation for the Spanish international, as we enter the last stretch of the summer transfer window.
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