According to Javi Miguel, AS reporter covering FC Barcelona, the asking price that FC Barcelona has set for Alejandro Balde is approximately €30 million.

Reports indicate that Alejandro Balde has become Flick's biggest headache in the weeks before the transfer deadline closes, which may prove even more challenging than the long-standing issue of agreing terms with the number 9, a problem the club still cannot resolve.

The situation escalated rapidly when Jorge Mendes, his agent, traveled to FC Barcelona on Thursday for João Cancelo's unveiling ceremony as the club's new signing.

Mendes initially contacted Deco, the sporting director, and learned the club's position on Alejandro Balde's future: if a suitable offer came in, the club would be willing to allow the player to leave.

Both sides then discussed the specific figure behind what the club considered a "suitable offer," and Barcelona's valuation came in at approximately €30 million.

Mendes relayed this information to Alejandro Balde, who was initially reluctant to leave FC Barcelona altogether. He made it clear that his current goal was to regain his starting position at left-back.

However, a day later, Flick hinted at his desire for players genuinely committed to the team during his pre-match press conference ahead of Barcelona's season opener against Elche.

This clear message was reinforced the following day – Alejandro Balde was not included in the squad traveling to Elche.

The decision came after a meeting between the German coach and the player. Reports suggest Flick criticized Alejandro Balde's attitude during the meeting and cited Xavi Espart as an example, who ultimately played in Balde's position in the Elche match.

Alejandro Balde was angered by his omission and quickly expressed his dissatisfaction to the media through close associates.

It has been suggested that the player felt disappointed by both Flick and the club, believing neither had clearly communicated the club's true intentions to him beforehand. Balde's representatives also emphasized that he had rejected multiple offers during the summer out of loyalty to FC Barcelona.

On Monday, Alejandro Balde returned to training with the squad. However, the tension in the atmosphere remained notably evident.

At this point, a departure appears to be the only viable solution. Moreover, the club is not considering a loan – despite reports that Manchester United offered one – but is hoping to sell the player outright, with no buyback clause.

On Wednesday, Flick may ease tensions during his pre-match press conference ahead of Barcelona's match against Athletic Bilbao. He is well aware that escalating the conflict further would help no one.

However, it remains uncertain whether Alejandro Balde will be included in the squad for this match.

Regardless, the club is unhappy that the player has expressed his dissatisfaction publicly through close associates, particularly since the club believes Flick explained the situation clearly and directly to Alejandro Balde during their meeting on Sunday.

What is certain is that the next few days will be crucial in determining Alejandro Balde's future within the dressing room. Based on current indications, it is widely believed that Balde leaving FC Barcelona is now more likely than him staying.

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