Aston Villa deny making €60 million move for Barcelona defender
Aston Villa deny making €60 million move for Barcelona defender Speculation surrounding Alejandro Balde has taken a fresh turn, with new information emerging from England regarding his supposed links to the Premier League. Recent reports had suggested that Aston Villa were preparing a significant financial package, rumoured to be around €60 million, to lure the Barcelona full-back away from Spain. However, as reported by SPORT , sources close to the English club have now dismissed those claims.
Aston Villa distance themselves from move Despite the growing noise, figures within Aston Villa have played down any suggestion of an approach. The club reportedly believe that their current squad already provides sufficient depth in the left-back position, making a high-value move unnecessary. Under Unai Emery, Villa have established stability in that area, with both Lucas Digne and Ian Maatsen offering reliable options.
This internal confidence further weakens the credibility of rumours linking them with Balde. Barcelona’s position beginning to shift At Barcelona, Balde has long been viewed as a cornerstone for the future. Aston Villa have denied interest in Alejandro Balde.
(Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images) However, the current campaign has not gone entirely to plan. A dip in performance levels, combined with two muscle injuries that have sidelined him for multiple matches, has led to a subtle shift in how the club view his role moving forward. While Barcelona are not actively looking to sell , they are no longer completely closed to the idea of offers, provided they meet specific financial expectations.
Cancelo factor adds competition Another key element influencing the situation is the club’s intention to secure Joao Cancelo on a permanent deal. The Portuguese full-back has established himself as a regular starter, increasing competition within the squad and potentially impacting Balde’s minutes. This added depth means Barcelona now have more flexibility when it comes to decision-making in the full-back positions.