Man United keep tabs on Barcelona left-back Balde

Balde has fallen down the Camp Nou pecking order, and United's long-standing interest hasn't faded.

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What happened. Manchester United's interest in Alejandro Balde remains alive, with the Barcelona left-back potentially available in January. Balde has slipped down the pecking order at Camp Nou after João Cancelo's arrival and the emergence of Xavi Espart.

• Balde, 22, has dropped down the Barcelona depth chart this season.
• João Cancelo's arrival and Xavi Espart's rise have squeezed his minutes.
• United are still in the market for a left-back.

Any January move hinges on Barcelona's stance, with United monitoring the situation.

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