Alejandro Balde set to leave Barcelona amid Manchester United interest
13 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:50 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
FC Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde has decided to leave the club as of August 22, 2026, following discussions with his agent, Jorge Mendes. Balde, who has lost his starting position to Joao Cancelo, expressed interest in pursuing new opportunities, with Manchester United reportedly keen on signing him. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick's recent comments about the player's competitiveness could have influenced this decision. Balde's potential exit may also lead to a squad adjustment ahead of Barcelona’s La Liga opener against Elche.
- •Alejandro Balde is leaving Barcelona, confirmed August 22, 2026.
- •Balde experienced reduced playing time after Joao Cancelo’s arrival.
- •Jorge Mendes is exploring transfer options for Balde.
- •Manchester United is interested in acquiring Balde.
- •Balde may not appear in Barcelona's upcoming match against Elche.
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Manchester United still keen on move for Barcelona star
- 9:21 AMESPN — Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona and Man United to hold talks over Balde deal
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Man United want a loan-to-buy deal for Barcelona defender; Catalans prefer €30-40m sale
- 2:50 PMESPN Soccer — Sources: Man United monitor Barça left-back Balde
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona defender has a ‘serious offer’ from Man United; waiting for talks with club
- 12:11 PMESPN — Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona left back Balde open to Man United move
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United target Alejandro Balde decides to leave Barcelona
- 2:13 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona Ace Balde Decides To Leave Club Amid Manchester United Links
"Manchester United Consider Alejandro Balde Transfer as Left-Back Plans IntensifyManchester United are continuing to assess Alejandro Balde as a possible solution at left-back before the 1 September de...
"The future of Alejandro Balde has dominated the headlines in the Barcelona camp in recent days, with the player strongly linked with a move away from Camp Nou in the final week of the transfer market....
"In a major development, Jijantes FC reports that FC Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde has decided to leave the club this summer.Indeed, super-agent Jorge Mendes who has been in the Catalan capital th...
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 11:50 AMReport: Manchester United still keen on move for Barcelona star
Manchester United Consider Alejandro Balde Transfer as Left-Back Plans IntensifyManchester United are continuing to assess Alejandro Balde as a possible solution at left-back before the 1 September de...
- ESPNAug 26, 2026, 9:21 AMTransfer rumors, news: Barcelona and Man United to hold talks over Balde deal
Manchester United are set to open negotiations with Barcelona over the signing of defender Alejandro Balde. Transfer Talk has the latest.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 3:35 PMMan United want a loan-to-buy deal for Barcelona defender; Catalans prefer €30-40m sale
As has become clear over the past few days, Manchester United are closely monitoring Alejandro Balde’s situation at FC Barcelona as they consider a move for the left-back before the transfer window ...
- ESPN SoccerAug 24, 2026, 2:50 PMSources: Man United monitor Barça left-back Balde
Manchester United are monitoring Alejandro Balde's situation at Barcelona ahead of a potential move before the transfer deadline, sources have told ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 2:45 PMBarcelona defender has a ‘serious offer’ from Man United; waiting for talks with club
The future of Alejandro Balde has dominated the headlines in the Barcelona camp in recent days, with the player strongly linked with a move away from Camp Nou in the final week of the transfer market....
- ESPNAug 24, 2026, 12:11 PMTransfer rumors, news: Barcelona left back Balde open to Man United move
Manchester City are ready to meet Chelsea's £120 million asking price for the transfer of midfielder Enzo Fernández. Transfer Talk has the latest.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 3:50 PMManchester United target Alejandro Balde decides to leave Barcelona
Manchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Barcelona star Alejandro Balde. According to Jijantes, Balde has taken the decision to leave the Catalan club. His agent Jorge Mendes i...
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 2:13 PMBarcelona Ace Balde Decides To Leave Club Amid Manchester United Links
FC Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde has decided to leave the club on the brink of the 2026/2027 season according to reliable outlets.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 2:10 PMJust in: Barcelona defender decides to leave the club amid Manchester United interest
In a major development, Jijantes FC reports that FC Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde has decided to leave the club this summer.Indeed, super-agent Jorge Mendes who has been in the Catalan capital th...
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