Milan could revive interest in Barcelona’s Balde after Saelemaekers and Estupiñán injuries

Milan could renew their interest in Alejandro Balde in January, with injuries to Pervis Estupiñán…

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Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 12:01 PM

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AC Milan could reignite their pursuit of Barcelona wing-back Alejandro Balde following injuries to Pervis Estupiñán and Alexis Saelemaekers.
Barcelona are reportedly open to a permanent sale in January to raise transfer funds for a replacement centre-back.
Agent Jorge Mendes previously offered Balde to Milan in August, but the Rossoneri balked at the €40m asking price.

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AC Milan could renew their interest in signing Barcelona wing-back Alejandro Balde in the January transfer window. Manager Ruben Amorim faces a shortage of wide options following injuries to Alexis Saelemaekers and Pervis Estupiñán, while Balde has fallen down the pecking order under Hansi Flick.

Barcelona are reportedly open to a permanent sale to fund a new centre-back after Andreas Christensen's injury. Milan previously rejected an offer from agent Jorge Mendes due to a €40m asking price, but could face rival interest from Juventus and Manchester United.

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Milan could revive interest in Barcelona’s Balde after Saelemaekers and Estupiñán injuries

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