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Barcelona not planning to sell 22-year-old homegrown star amid Premier League interest
TL;DR
Barcelona is not planning to sell their 22-year-old homegrown star despite interest from Premier League clubs. The team is focused on strengthening their squad in key positions this summer.
Key points
- Barcelona not selling 22-year-old homegrown star
- Premier League interest in the player
- Club plans to strengthen squad in three positions
- New striker, left-footed centre-back, and left-winger targeted
- Sales needed to raise revenue and free up salary space
Premier LeagueFC Barcelona
Barcelona not planning to sell 22-year-old homegrown star amid Premier League interest
FC Barcelona are looking ahead at a massively important summer transfer window, wherein the club intends to strengthen the squad in at least three positions.
Indeed, a new striker, a left-footed centre-back, and a left-winger are on the agenda for the sporting department led by director Deco.
However, for the Blaugrana to spend freely in the market and accommodate their new arrivals in the squad, sales will be needed to raise revenue and free up salary space.
The name of Alejandro Balde, to that end, has been doing the rounds as a possible candidate for sale this summer.
The 22-year-old left-back has lost his place in the team to Joao Cancelo, whom Barcelona intend to sign permanently. He is attracting interest from the Premier League, with Aston Villa said to be mulling over a €50 million offer.
Barcelona not considering Balde sale
However, according to Sique Rodriguez on , Barcelona have no intention of selling Balde in the summer at this point.
Q&A
Why is Barcelona not selling their 22-year-old homegrown star?
Barcelona aims to retain their young talent while focusing on squad improvements for the upcoming season.
What positions is Barcelona looking to strengthen this summer?
Barcelona plans to strengthen their squad by adding a new striker, a left-footed centre-back, and a left-winger.
How will Barcelona finance new player acquisitions?
Barcelona needs to generate revenue through player sales to accommodate new signings and manage salary space.
