Barcelona's Alejandro Balde faces competition with Salinas signing

Barcelona is reportedly close to signing Jorge Salinas from Racing Santander, which could complicate Alejandro Balde's future at the club. This development follows scrutiny of Balde's role after a season with limited opportunities. Salinas, a versatile defender, is expected to integrate directly into the first team rather than the youth ranks. Balde plans to return to pre-season training on July 13, but he must now contend with Salinas and established players like Joao Cancelo for a starting position. The upcoming weeks are critical for Balde as he seeks to secure a larger role in the squad.

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