Overview
- In early November Jorge Mendes has begun actively gathering offers for Alejandro Balde and the player and his representatives see a winter move as the best way to regain regular minutes.
- Barcelona prefer a straight transfer valued at about €40 million but are prepared to accept loan deals with a purchase option or conditional obligation to immediately reduce the club’s wage bill.
- Several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Tottenham, have been sounded out and are the leading suitors in the race for Balde.
- Italian interest from Roma and Juventus has been explored in meetings with Mendes but those clubs face difficulties matching Balde’s salary demands which complicates a move to Serie A.
- A decision on Balde’s destination is expected in December with the aim of completing a transfer in the January window and using any proceeds or salary relief to help Barcelona register reinforcements.