According to AS, FC Barcelona still has several matters to settle before the transfer window closes. Alex Balde, Casadó, and Héctor Fort were left out of the squad for the opening La Liga match, and their departures could determine the club's final transfer strategy.

FC Barcelona is entering the final week before the transfer window closes, and the club still has several matters to address. Player departures could determine the final transfer strategy. Hansi Flick announced the squad for La Liga's opening match against Elche, and Alex Balde, Casadó, and Héctor Fort were all left out, signaling that all three could leave. The situations of the latter two are unsurprising, but Balde's omission is particularly noteworthy, as the German coach appears to be pushing him toward the exit.

Balde's absence from the Elche match was not an accidental decision. The left-back's status declined last season, and Hansi Flick has made it clear that Kúndoa is his first choice in that position. On Saturday, Flick asked Alex Balde to prove he could compete for the starting spot, but ultimately did not include him in the squad—a move that appears designed to encourage him to accept an existing Premier League offer.

Hansi Flick stated clearly before the Elche match: "To be honest, I spoke with him this morning. I don't think he has 100% focus. His heart is not here. So I decided to leave him at FC Barcelona. I hope he can clear his head, and we'll see what happens on Monday."

Manchester United has been tracking Alex Balde for some time, and his sale could bring Barcelona approximately 30 million euros.

Flick commented on Alex Balde again in his pre-match press conference before the Elche fixture: "I told him I don't think he has 100% focus, and it's best for him to clear his head first."

If Alex Balde does leave, FC Barcelona still has the possibility of signing a left-footed center-back. In recent hours, Gonzalo Inácio from Sporting CP has entered the club's transfer radar. The 24-year-old defender is experienced, having competed in the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Dégo recently visited Lisbon and is believed to be pushing negotiations for this center-back. If Gonzalo Inácio joins, Gerard Martín would move back to left-back to compete with Kúndoa.

Other Matters

Another deal that may be close to completion is Héctor Fort's transfer. Borussia Dortmund has intensified contact with FC Barcelona and sent representatives to the club. Reports suggest the promising defender is prioritizing the German club over other offers. Barcelona hopes to receive a transfer fee slightly above 10 million euros for this player.

As for Casadó, he must decide whether to accept an offer from an English Premier League club or move to Saudi Arabia to join Al-Hilal.

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