Barcelona doesn't want him, he will leave in January

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Alejandro Balde, a 22-year-old left-back, is at the center of FC Barcelona rumors after deciding to stay at the club this summer to regain his spot, yet he hasn't played a single minute in the five official matches so far. Hansi Flick continues to favor Xavi Espart and Joao Cancelo, a situation that might push the player to reconsider his future once the January market arrives.

Balde had opportunities to leave the club in August, notably after Flick expressed the need for improved performance and commitment. The player ultimately chose to stay and compete for a position he had regularly occupied in previous LaLiga seasons.

🔴𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 | 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐞, on his future: "Barça is my home. I've been in Barcelona my whole life and I want to succeed here. I won't find a better place than here" pic.com/F83UkNfZgC

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Alejandro Balde continues to be left out of Hansi Flick's plans

The start of the season hasn't altered the hierarchy. Alejandro Balde has been in several squads, including the visit to Mestalla and the European debut against Feyenoord, yet Flick hasn't given him any minutes.

The main beneficiary has been Xavi Espart, who has started in four out of the first five official matches and has seized the opportunity to surpass Balde in FC Barcelona's rotation.

The Champions League confirmed that the competition is ongoing. Flick rested Espart against Feyenoord and chose Joao Cancelo as the left-back, leaving Balde on the bench once again during Barcelona's 5-1 victory.

Cancelo returned to Barcelona during the summer market with the coach's support. His presence adds to Flick's options, decreasing Balde's immediate chances, prompting Balde to be closer to exiting Barça.

FC Barcelona maintains confidence, but January looms

Deco addressed the player's situation this week and dismissed any internal conflict, reminding that Balde, at 22 years old, delivered consistent performances during his first season under Hansi Flick until facing physical issues in the following season.

The club's stance doesn't guarantee playing time. Balde remains under contract and must compete directly with Espart and Cancelo to regain prominence, a battle starting from training sessions and currently favoring his teammates.

This scenario marks a shift from previous LaLiga seasons. Balde once secured a top spot as the left-back but now holds a secondary position in a squad where Flick rewards immediate performance.

The calendar may provide new opportunities. Barcelona will face league, Champions League, and Copa matches in the coming months, necessitating the coach to manage minutes and rotations.

The player's patience will be tested. If the current trend persists with limited game time, the January 2027 market could prompt a review of his situation. Until then, Alejandro Balde must surpass Espart and Cancelo to regain a stable place at FC Barcelona.

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