Manchester United Want To Sign This 21-Year-Old Barcelona Man: Will They Get Him? | OneFootball

Fichajes has reported that Manchester United are keeping tabs on the Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde. Ruben Amorim is a fan of the young left-back and is ready to offer a very good financial offer to lure the Barcelona youngster to Old Trafford.

Manchester United want to sign Alejandro Balde

Balde developed in La Masia and started playing for the first team after the role of Jordi Alba got less prominent. In the last two seasons, the youngster has been sensational on the left flank. Balde has conceded 15 goals and kept 7 clean sheets in 23 matches in the La Liga 2024/2025 season. That means when Balde is on the pitch, his team concedes a goal every 120 minutes. Moreover, he’s made 0.63 tackles and 0.26 interceptions for every 90 minutes he was on the pitch.

He has assisted 3 goals in 23 matches so far in the La Liga 2024/2025 season. Looking into his passing aspect of the game, Balde passes the ball roughly 47.00 times during a game with a pass completion rate of 90.57%. He also plays 1.11 key passes each game. Overall, his xA (expected assists) output is 0.23 per 90 minutes.

BARCELONA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 02: Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona is challenged by Carlos Vicente of Alaves during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

Amorim needs more depth and quality in the position of left-back. The manager does not consider Tyrell Malacia as a long-term option, and Luke Shaw has struggled with his injury issues. Balde is a gem at left-back. He possesses youthful energy with serious talent. His speed is ridiculous; he bombs down the flank like a sprinter, turning defense into attack in a flash.

Will Barcelona let him leave?

On the ball, he’s smooth, delivering crisp crosses or cutting inside with confidence. Defensively, he’s sharp, using his athleticism to shut down wingers and recover quickly. At just 21, his reading of the game is already impressive, though he’s still got room to grow. Balde’s got that modern full-back vibe: bold, dynamic, and versatile. He’s the type of player who makes you excited for what’s coming next. So, it’s no surprise that United are interested in him.

However, Barcelona won’t let him leave at any cost. He is an integral part of the lineup and also part of the long-term plans of the club. Moreover, the player is happy in Catalunya having come up through the young ranks. Therefore, it is quite sure that Manchester United won’t be able to get the deal done in the summer.