According to Javi Miguel, AS's Barcelona correspondent, Barcelona's asking price for Balde is around 30 million euros.

The report states that Balde has now become Flick's biggest headache before the transfer window closes in a week, potentially even more pressing than the longstanding issue of recruiting a number 9 striker, which the club has failed to resolve.

The situation escalated quickly after Balde's agent, Jorge Mendes, traveled to Barcelona last Thursday to accompany João Cancelo for his presentation ceremony upon joining Barcelona.

Mendes made initial contact with sporting director Deco and learned the club's position on Balde's future: they would be willing to let the player leave if a suitable offer came in.

The two sides then discussed the specific figure Barcelona considered as a "suitable offer," and the club set their asking price at around 30 million euros.

Mendes subsequently relayed this information to Balde, who from the outset has been completely opposed to leaving Barcelona. He explicitly stated that his primary goal right now is to reclaim his position as the main left-back.

However, a day later, Flick hinted at his desire for the team to have players who are truly committed during his pre-match press conference before the first league game against Elche.

This clear message was further emphasized the next day when Balde was excluded from the squad traveling to Elche.

The decision came after a meeting between the German coach and the player. It is understood that Flick criticized Balde's attitude during the meeting and pointed to Xavi Simons as an example, who ultimately played in Balde's natural left-back position in the Elche match.

Balde was angry at being left out of the squad and quickly expressed his dissatisfaction to the media through those close to him.

There is even speculation that the player is upset with both Flick and the club because he believes they previously failed to clearly communicate the club's true intentions to him. Balde's representatives also emphasized that he had rejected several offers during the summer because of his loyalty to Barcelona.

On Monday, Balde returned to training with the team. However, the tension in the atmosphere remains very evident.

At this point, the player's departure appears to be the only viable solution. Furthermore, the club is not considering a loan—Manchester United reportedly proposed a loan—but instead wants to sell the player outright, without a buyback clause.

On Wednesday, Flick may attempt to ease tensions during his pre-match press conference before Barcelona's game against Athletic Bilbao. He clearly understands that escalating the conflict would not benefit anyone.

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

In any case, the club is unhappy with a player expressing dissatisfaction publicly through those close to him, especially since the club believes Flick clearly and honestly explained the situation to Balde during their meeting on Sunday.

What is certain is that the coming days will be a crucial period in determining Balde's future. Within the dressing room, it is widely believed that, based on current indications, the likelihood of Balde leaving Barcelona is greater than him staying.

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