Manchester United are interested in signing the Barcelona defender, Alejandro Balde, during the summer transfer window.
They will feel competition from Liverpool, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.
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Barcelona could sell Alejandro Balde
According to a report via TEAMtalk, Barcelona are looking to raise funds and would welcome substantial offers for the 22-year-old full-back. An offer of around £43 million would be enough to get the deal done. Manchester United need more depth in the full-back department, and the Spanish full-back could be ideal for them.
He is a young player with a lot of potential, and he has the technical attributes to try in the Premier League. However, Balde is still hoping to continue at Barcelona and fight for his place there. It remains to be seen whether the Spanish champions are prepared to cash in on him.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are keeping tabs on him as well. Andrew Robertson will leave the club at the end of the season, and they might need to add more depth in that area of the pitch. The 22-year-old could be ideal for them.
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Balde could cost a premium
The £43 million asking price might seem expensive for the player, especially given that Manchester United and Liverpool need to improve multiple areas of the squad in the summer. It remains to be seen whether they are prepared to pay that much for him.
There is no doubt that the 22-year-old has the qualities to thrive in English football, and he could be a solid long-term acquisition for both clubs. He has shown he can be a reliable defender and help the team going forward as well.