Alejandro Balde open to leaving Barcelona after absence from opening match

Alejandro Balde is reconsidering his future at Barcelona following his exclusion from the opening La Liga match against Elche. Hansi Flick, the Barcelona manager, publicly addressed Balde's situation after the 5-0 victory, suggesting the player should reflect on his role with the team. Until this point, Balde had expressed a desire to remain and compete for his place, but the recent developments have made him less certain. Manchester United continues to monitor the situation, showing interest in a potential move for the defender, though Barcelona prefers a permanent sale with a transfer fee between €30 million and €40 million.

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