Alejandro Balde opts to stay at Barcelona despite competition for starting role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Alejandro Balde, the 22-year-old left-back, has decided not to leave Barcelona this summer despite losing his starting position to Joao Cancelo. Barcelona secured Anthony Gordon from Newcastle and is in talks with AS Monaco to transfer Ansu Fati, indicating a focus on squad changes. Balde, who rose through the ranks to displace Jordi Alba, aims to improve his game and reclaim a starting role next season. His future may intersect with the club's interest in Marc Cucurella as a potential replacement.
- •Balde lost starting spot to Joao Cancelo.
- •Barcelona signed Anthony Gordon from Newcastle.
- •Club seeks to transfer Ansu Fati to AS Monaco.
- •Balde aims to improve and reclaim his position.
- •Marc Cucurella linked as a potential replacement.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona homegrown talent not considering summer exit despite losing starting spot
"Barcelona have acted with urgency ahead of the summer transfer window, securing the signature of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United.The club have also placed emphasis on sales, reaching an agreement...
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