Barcelona star could join Ansu Fati at AS Monaco
AS Monaco are reportedly interested in Alejandro Balde ahead of the January transfer window, raising the prospect of a reunion with former Barcelona teammate Ansu Fati.
Balde has been linked with a mid-season departure after falling to third choice in the left-back pecking order under Hansi Flick. The Spaniard has made just five appearances, all from the bench.
Still held in high regard across Europe, the Barcelona defender is attracting widespread interest ahead of January. Monaco are understood to be the latest club to enter the race for his signature.
French outlet Foot Mercato, citing Diario Sport, reports that the principality club are exploring a move for Balde this winter:
“AS Monaco are targeting Alejandro Balde. According to Sport, Monaco are among the clubs interested in signing FC Barcelona’s left-back this winter. Barça prefer a sale to an English club, but a loan with an option to buy is also being discussed.”
Should Balde move to the Stade Louis II, he would be reunited with compatriot and former Barcelona teammate Ansu Fati. For now, Monaco’s reported interest leaves both a permanent transfer and a loan with an option to buy among the possibilities being discussed.
