After only 12 minutes... Balde is waiting for his chance with Barcelona against Getafe
The current international break represents a golden opportunity for defender Alejandro Baldeto return to coach Hansi Flick, as it opens the door for him to start in the next match against Getafe, after he remained almost excluded from the squad and only participated in 12 official minutes this season.
Baldi takes advantage of the pause to train
According to Sport, Baldi's stay in Barcelona during the international break puts... CoachFlickfaces a real test for managing the rotation, especially since the player has not had sufficient opportunities to prove his worth so far.
It seems that Flick's decision in the Getafe match will serve as a decisive message for Balde's future with the team, whether By giving him confidence and involving him as a starter, or by continuing to marginalize him, which may push him to think about his future with the Catalan club.
Cancelo is suffering from physical stress
On the other hand, Joao Cancelo returns from the international break with great physical fatigue, after playing consecutive intense appearances with the Portugal national team in the European Nations League, where he played 241 minutes so far and is expected to participate in a fourth match.
This stress may prompt Flick to give Cancelo a rest, increasing the likelihood that Balde will start. The left-back position, especially since the Portuguese player is considered the first choice in this position since the beginning of the season.
Spart continues to shine with Spain
On the other hand, Xavi Espartcontinues his active participation with the Spain U-21 national team, where he participated in two consecutive matches and is awaiting a third test against Romania, which may increase his physical suffering. Upon his return toBarcelona.
As the confrontation with Getafe approaches, Hansi Flick finds himself facing a difficult decision regarding the left-back position, between resting Cancelofatigued, and gaveBaldithe opportunity he had been waiting for since the beginning of the season. The most important question remains: Will the international break be a turning point in Balde's career with Barcelona, or will he continue to pay the price for the coach's lack of conviction in his abilities? The coming days alone will be enough to answer.
