Alejandro Balde has informed Barcelona that he wants to stay at the club and fight for his place, ending uncertainty over his immediate future ahead of the transfer deadline.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the 22 year old left-back has made his position clear after Barcelona explored the possibility of selling him.
Only a major offer from a top club before Deadline Day could now change the situation.
The latest development comes after Balde was left out of Barcelona's squad amid uncertainty surrounding his future.
Balde Wants to Remain at Barcelona
Balde's message to Barcelona is straightforward... he wants to stay and compete for his place.
The Spain international is determined to remain part of Hansi Flick's squad and prove his value rather than push for a transfer.
Barcelona had explored a potential sale, but Balde's desire to continue at the club has changed the situation.
According to Romano, only a significant proposal from a major European club could persuade Barcelona to reconsider before the transfer window closes.
Flick Confirms Balde Is Back in the Squad
Hansi Flick has also confirmed that Balde will return to the Barcelona squad for the club's next match.
“Alejandro Balde is part of the squad for tomorrow.”
Flick revealed that he has spoken directly with the defender and was satisfied with the player's commitment to Barcelona.
“The important thing is that he's fully committed to us.”
The Barcelona manager also highlighted Balde's age and potential, stressing that the 22 year old still has plenty of room to develop.
“He's 22 years old and very young; he has potential.”
Barcelona Future Now Looks Clearer
The latest developments suggest Balde's immediate future is increasingly likely to remain at Camp Nou.
Rather than pursuing an exit, the defender is ready to compete for his position and work his way back into Flick's plans.
Barcelona, meanwhile, retain the final say over any potential transfer.
Unless a major offer arrives from a top club before the deadline, Balde is expected to remain part of the squad.
For now, both player and manager appear to have moved in the same direction.
Alejandro Balde wants to stay, and Hansi Flick has welcomed him back into the Barcelona squad.