Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde faces potential January transfer market exit

Alejandro Balde remains outside of Hansi Flick’s plans at Barcelona nearly one month into the season. The Spanish international has not played a single minute, falling behind Xavi Espart and Joao Cancelo in the defensive rotation. Reports indicate the club is open to a transfer in January if his status within the squad does not improve. While injuries to Espart or Cancelo could force him back into the lineup, he currently lacks a path to consistent playing time at Camp Nou. Balde was linked to a move to Manchester United during the summer window, and potential interest from the Premier League club remains a possibility for the upcoming mid-season period.

• 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona defender likely to find himself on the January market amid lack of game-time