Alejandro Balde’s Barcelona setback revives Manchester United interest

Manchester United are reportedly considering a renewed January transfer approach for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde. The 22-year-old has slipped to third choice under manager Hansi Flick, having played just a 12-minute cameo so far this season. While United previously submitted an unsuccessful loan bid late in the summer transfer window, no formal fee or bid has been finalized yet ahead of the winter window.

United are reassessing their options at left-back after injuries to Luke Shaw left the squad stretched, forcing manager rotations with Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui. Although Barcelona rejected a prior loan proposal and the player previously preferred to stay, Balde's lack of regular minutes behind João Cancelo and Xavi Espart could influence his stance before January.