Barcelona might sell a player who is important to Hansi Flick in January!

Alejandro Balde's future at Barcelona is approaching a critical juncture, with the coming months set to shape what happens next.

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Alejandro Balde could leave in January

Word around the club, as reported by SPORT, suggests that a January exit is a real possibility if the young left-back's circumstances under Hansi Flick don't improve. Barcelona's hierarchy appears willing to sanction a temporary move, reasoning that consistent minutes elsewhere could allow Balde to rediscover his form and rebuild his market value, all while the club keeps its options open ahead of a final verdict next summer.

The lack of playing time for the 22-year-old has already sparked conversation behind the scenes. Flick himself has admitted that Balde isn't pleased with his current situation, though he was quick to point out that the squad contains five senior full-backs all fighting for the same spots. With fresh faces emerging on the flanks, the competition has only grown fiercer.

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For the moment, Barcelona aren't prepared to cut ties permanently. Sending Balde out on loan in January would serve a dual purpose: getting him regular football while buying the club more time to evaluate his long-term prospects. It's worth remembering that the defender still belongs to the first-team setup for 2026/27 and continues to wear the No. 3 shirt. According to the club's official records, he made 42 appearances in 2025/26, 31 of them as a starter, and his contract is set to run until June 2028.

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