22-year-old informed of Man United interest as player meets agent to discuss late move

Manchester United are interested in signing the Barcelona defender, Alejandro Balde.

According to a report from Spanish publications SPORT, AS, and Mundo Deportivo (h/t SportWitness), Manchester United are interested in the 22-year-old defender, and his agent met the player on Friday to discuss his future.

Manchester United need more depth in the defensive unit, and the Spaniard could be a quality long-term acquisition for them. He might not be a guaranteed starter for Barcelona, and it would be ideal for him to move on.

Manchester United are pushing to get the deal done, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal across the line.

Jorge Mendes has already informed the player of the Premier League club’s interest. If Manchester United come forward with an acceptable offer for the player, Barcelona are unlikely to stand in his way. They have already signed Joao Cancelo, and he is set to start ahead of the 22-year-old this season. It would make sense for Balde to move on and join a club where he can get more time.

He could be the ideal long-term alternative for Luke Shaw. He has the technical attributes to compete in the Premier League, and he could be a key player for Manchester United.

Unless Balde decides to accept a limited role at Barcelona this season, it is fair to assume that a move could materialise before the end of the window.

Manchester United need more quality and depth in the team, and the 22-year-old could be a solid long-term acquisition for the right price. They have been linked with multiple backs in recent weeks, and it is a position they are looking to improve.