Arsenal Newsnow: A number of clubs, including Arsenal and Newcastle United, have shown interest in acquiring the services of Spanish defensive phenom Alejandro Balde from Barcelona
Arsenal Newsnow: Arsenal and Newcastle United reportedly have an interest in Alejandro Balde, according to the Spanish news site SPORT. All teams in England’s Premier League are keeping an eye on the defender’s position at Barcelona. The reason is, that Blaugrana may have trouble having the youngster’s new contract officially recognized.
Although Barcelona possesses three left-backs, the 19-year-old has seen the most playing time. Balde has played 19 occasions in 2022/23, contributing three assists. And a new deal with Barcelona is possible. However, Arsenal and Newcastle United are keeping an eye on the Catalan club’s financial troubles.
After acquiring Oleksandr Zinchenko last year, Arsenal no longer needs to add a left-back to their roster. The Ukrainian national team player quickly adapted to his new club’s style of play. Zinchenko has been Arsenal’s starting left defender despite some fitness problems. Kieran Tierney is also a solid option at fullback.
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Therefore, Balde’s potential role at Arsenal remains a mystery. Balde is just one of numerous left-backs that the north Londoners have shown interest in. However, Arsenal will face heavy competition from Newcastle United if they want to recruit the defensive revelation from Barcelona.
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With Matt Targett’s problems, Newcastle United might need a new left-back more than Arsenal could. Although the Magpies signed the 27-year-old to a permanent contract during the summer, he has since fallen out of favour. As a result, they have shown interest in a number of left-backs, notably Ferland Mendy. Furthermore, Balde has become an accessible target.
Balde may not be eligible for Barcelona to register him owing to Financial Fair Play regulations. And until they make some adjustments, teams like Arsenal and Newcastle United may sign the 19-year-old. It remains to be seen whether the Catalan giants’ desire to offer the Spanish international a long-term deal would be enough to retain him at the club.
Balde’s current contract with Barca expires in 2024. The club is eager to secure the left-back’s services for the foreseeable future as compensation for his impressive showings with the first squad this season. Balde is just 19 years old. According to reports, negotiations with his agent Jorge Mendes are progressing well. But Barca’s financial difficulties are delaying a deal.
Because of the expenditure cap set by LaLiga, the Catalan club has been unable to register any possible new contracts. Therefore, it is said that Newcastle and Arsenal are keeping tabs on Balde’s status, and they are prepared to make a move if a new contract is not completed before the summer.
