Chelsea Newsnow: Alejandro Balde, a 19-year-old potential for Barcelona, has a price tag of €30 million. The Blues may soon go on the attack to sign him
Chelsea Newsnow: Spanish media site Fichajes claims that Chelsea is interested in signing forward Alejandro Balde. The Blues are preparing an offer for the 19-year-old Barcelona talent. The youngster’s market worth has increased to €30 million in the meanwhile.
Alejandro Balde is one of many young people who have benefited from Barcelona’s economic woes. The Catalan giants have not been in a financial position to pay top dollar for elite players. They can’t only rely on the free-agent market, but on a number of promising young players as well.
The 19-year-old is the starting left back this season after graduating from the legendary La Masia program. In 35 games played, Balde has contributed six assists. In the meanwhile, his worth has increased to €30 million. And his development hasn’t gone unnoticed. Chelsea is reportedly interested in signing him.
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Chelsea Newsnow: What’s the matter?
It’s unclear why Chelsea wants to sign the Spanish international. This is due to the club’s summer signing of Marc Cucurella from West Ham United. The former Barcelona defender hasn’t exactly lit the world on fire this season. But he’s a promising long-term investment.
Meanwhile, Ben Chilwell has made a full recovery from his knee woes. Therefore, Balde’s potential role at Chelsea remains unknown. In any case, the Blues are prepared to go on the attack for the 19-year-old Barcelona prospect.
What’s next for Balde?
It won’t be easy to get a contract signed with the adolescent star. In light of recent rumours that the teenager is close to penning a new contract with Barcelona, this is the case. The Catalan giants would have to ask for a lot more than €30 million to let go of Balde, even if they wanted to.
However, it may be in everyone’s best interest if Balde renewed his contract with Barcelona. There will be more urgent demands at Chelsea, so they should concentrate on improving other areas. If Chelsea makes an offer, it will be fascinating to observe how Barcelona reacts.
The title of “superagent” in the world of football belongs to Jorge Mendes, and not without reason. The Portuguese counts among his customers the world’s top professionals and brightest new stars. Two further examples of the latter group are Alejandro Balde and Lamine Yamal, both of whom are popular players in Barcelona. The contract predicament involving the youthful duo requires immediate attention.
