Alejandro Balde, on the way out

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23/08/26 21:30:00

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Manchester United has initiated contacts with agent Jorge Mendes this Wednesday, August 19, 2026, to inquire about the conditions for the signing of Alejandro Balde, the 22-year-old left-back. An important move in Barcelona's transfer market.

As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Old Trafford entity aims to finalize the addition of a left-back in the last 10 days of the transfer window after Newcastle's rejection of Lewis Hall, exploring the feasibility of a move from Barcelona.

FC Barcelona's Stance and Hansi Flick's Doubts with Balde

Manchester United's inquiry follows the definitive return of João Cancelo to the Blaugrana team with a contract until 2029. Doubts raised by coach Hansi Flick regarding Balde's performance have led the sports management to contemplate his transfer as a market option to gain immediate liquidity.

Despite British interest, Balde will only consider a departure if the Catalan leadership formally informs him that he is not part of their plans for the 2026/2027 season. However, a significant offer from the Red Devils could change FC Barcelona's initial stance before September 1.

Jorge Mendes' Agenda and Alternatives for the Left Wing

Mendes' trip to the Catalan capital has facilitated Cancelo's transfer and addressed Balde's situation, as well as examined the departure of Marc Casadó. Manchester United considers the Spanish international as their top priority for the left wing, having ruled out other options following Newcastle's demands for Hall.

FC Barcelona will evaluate the English proposal based on LaLiga's squad cost limit. If the final offer meets the financial expectations of the board, the club will approve the sale of the 22-year-old defender.

Manchester United's board plans to submit an initial formal proposal to FC Barcelona over the next 48 hours. In this virtual meeting, the English leadership will outline the fixed and variable figures of the transfer to try to reach an agreement on personal terms with Balde before the weekend.

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