Manchester United targets Alejandro Balde for left-back position this summer
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Manchester United is pursuing Alejandro Balde from Barcelona as part of their search for a new left-back. The 22-year-old defender, who is viewed as a long-term solution, has caught the club's attention due to his experience and potential for growth. While Barcelona does not actively want to sell Balde, they are open to evaluating offers. This situation could influence Barcelona’s own transfer plans for strengthening their defense, with Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso also on their radar. United's recruitment has focused on finding a young, international player for this role.
- •Manchester United is interested in Alejandro Balde for the left-back position.
- •Balde, 22, is a Barcelona academy graduate with significant experience.
- •Barcelona is open to offers for Balde but does not actively seek his departure.
- •United's recruitment prioritizes young, high-level international full-backs.
- •Barcelona is also considering Andrea Cambiaso to strengthen their defense.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona willing to entertain offers for Manchester United target Alejandro Balde
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United identify Barcelona homegrown talent as key summer transfer target – report
"Barcelona are prepared to listen to transfer offers for academy graduate Alejandro Balde this summer, with the left-back linked to a move to Manchester United. The 22-year-old, once seen as an untouch...
"Manchester United have intensified their search for a new left-back, and Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde has emerged as one of the names attracting serious interest at Old Trafford.According to Tea...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 1:35 PMBarcelona willing to entertain offers for Manchester United target Alejandro Balde
Barcelona are prepared to listen to transfer offers for academy graduate Alejandro Balde this summer, with the left-back linked to a move to Manchester United. The 22-year-old, once seen as an untouch...
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 12:50 PMManchester United identify Barcelona homegrown talent as key summer transfer target – report
Manchester United have intensified their search for a new left-back, and Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde has emerged as one of the names attracting serious interest at Old Trafford.According to Tea...
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