Overview
- United, which made an initial enquiry on Friday according to Mundo Deportivo reports echoed in English outlets, have not lodged a bid for the 22-year-old.
- Reports say both Barcelona and Balde want him to stay at Camp Nou, and his current contract runs until 2028.
- No formal offers have been made, with Manchester City and Aston Villa monitoring and Spanish reports citing potential fees in the €60m to €70m range.
- United see left-back as a priority after heavy reliance on Luke Shaw, with Tyrell Malacia expected to depart and Patrick Dorgu often used further forward.
- Separately, United’s summer plans continue to take shape as reports indicate Luis Enrique is set to extend at PSG, which has Michael Carrick moving toward the permanent job and could guide transfer choices.