Alejandro Balde, Barcelona and Manchester United
26 August 2026
Alejandro Balde has told Barcelona he wants to stay and fight for his place, rejecting the idea of leaving during the closing days of the transfer window. Manchester United had contacted Barcelona representatives while exploring a move for the left-back.
Balde’s decision shifts the pressure back to Barcelona after the club explored a possible sale and Hansi Flick questioned his focus. The reporting says nothing is expected to change before the deadline unless Barcelona receive a very large offer.