Unexpected swap between Barcelona and Inter Milan!

Both clubs are working on an exchange at the end of the transfer window

Mario Roldán Martínez | 29 Aug 2026 | 23.10
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Barcelona and Inter Milan, in the Champions 2024/25 semi-finals / Luca Bruno
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Alejandro Balde, a 22-year-old left-back from Barcelona, is being considered for a potential move to become a new player for Inter Milan in the final days of the transfer market. The negotiation under discussion involves a swap deal for Federico Dimarco, although the deal is not yet finalized, and the Italian club has not given the green light for the departure of their player.

Alejandro Balde and Dimarco, key figures in ongoing negotiations

The situation for Alejandro Balde has changed at the beginning of the season. Hansi Flick left him out of the squad against Elche and, one match later, he was back in the team against Athletic Club but did not play any minutes.

This situation has raised uncertainty about his future. Xavi Espart started in the first two league matches, and Joao Cancelo has also been rotated in as the left-back, reducing the space available for Balde.

Despite this, Balde remains determined to stay at Barcelona. The player believes he can compete for a starting position and, as reported this week, has not informed the club of his desire to leave the team.

In this scenario, the possibility of a move to Inter Milan emerges. The proposed deal involves Balde moving to Italy and Federico Dimarco joining Barcelona, although discussions still need to overcome the stance of the Italian side.

Dimarco, aged 28, has become one of the most regularly used players for Inter. His departure would force the Italian club to make changes to a player who is currently part of their sporting structure.

Barcelona keeps the door open for Balde

Barcelona does not view Balde's departure as an automatic decision. The sporting direction has stated that the player must decide if he wants to leave, and if so, there must be a proposal that meets the club's conditions.

The situation is also linked to defensive planning. Barça is considering signing a left-footed center-back if Balde leaves, but this move is contingent on a defensive departure.

Currently, the player's position is crucial. Balde has publicly expressed his intention to stay and seek playing time, although his lack of involvement in the first two matchdays introduces a sporting element that could influence future decisions.

Inter Milan must decide on Federico Dimarco

The main obstacle in the deal lies with Inter Milan. The Italian club must agree to Dimarco's departure before the transfer can progress, while Barcelona is evaluating whether the addition of the Italian fits into their left-back planning.

Discussions are happening with less than three days left in the transfer window. Barcelona has several operations ongoing, and the potential exit of Balde would also impact other squad movements.

The latest information places Alejandro Balde still within the Barcelona scenario but engaged in negotiations with Inter Milan. The outcome depends on whether the Italian club agrees to negotiate for Federico Dimarco and on the final decision of the left-back before the market closes.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, ¡Trueque inesperado entre Barcelona e Inter de Milán!