Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde could be set to leave the club before the close of the summer transfer window, according to reports from Jijantes. The young defender has reportedly made the decision to seek an exit following the latest talks and his feelings at the club.

According to Jijantes, Balde "will not continue" at Barcelona and "has made the decision to seek an exit after the latest talks and feelings at the club." His agent, Jorge Mendes, is now said to be "working to find him a team in this final stretch of the transfer window."

Premier League side Manchester United have already been linked with Balde and may be tempted to spend again this summer after opening their campaign with a shock 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City.

Balde's decision comes after Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick was asked about the defender at his pre-match press conference. The German coach said: "It's a difficult question because he's a player of immense quality, and it's important to know if he's confident he can compete in his position. That's what I want to see from all my players. Every day I observe what they do, their level, whether they demonstrate that they're at the level to play. Ultimately, we have to play as a team; only then will we achieve success. I need everyone to be one hundred percent."

Balde had previously appeared eager to stay at Barcelona, but it seems he may have had a change of heart and is now willing to move on instead. With the summer transfer window closing soon, Mendes will need to act quickly to secure a suitable destination for the talented full-back.