Manchester United consider late transfer deadline pursuit for Alejandro Balde

Manchester United are evaluating a final attempt to sign Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde on transfer deadline day. The club previously showed interest in the 22-year-old left-back but halted discussions over a reported €40 million asking price and salary demands. Manager Michael Carrick continues to seek reinforcements at the left-back position, where current options have struggled to meet performance expectations. Barcelona are reportedly open to a sale if an acceptable offer is made, despite initial preference for a loan move that the Spanish club rejected. Although Balde has seen reduced playing time under Hansi Flick this season and has not started, the player has stated he does not want to leave Barcelona. It remains uncertain whether Manchester United will meet the financial requirements or if the defender will alter his stance before the window closes.

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