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Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde is edging nearer to a possible return to the Spanish nationwide workforce.
As relayed by Mundo Deportivo, head coach Luis de la Fuente is contemplating calling him up for the upcoming UEFA Nations League quarter-final matches towards the Netherlands on March 20 and 23.
If included within the squad, this may mark Balde’s first worldwide look since October 2023.
Underneath Hansi Flick, Balde has advanced into a vital participant for Barcelona, proving himself as an important determine within the beginning lineup and his efficiency towards Benfica as soon as once more showcased his exceptional skills.
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De la Fuente, who watched Balde reside towards Benfica, has been intently monitoring Balde’s progress, and his standout show has solely strengthened the case for his return to the nationwide workforce setup.
Alejandro Balde placed on a fantastic present towards Benfica. (Photograph by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Photographs)
Alongside him, as many as six different Barcelona gamers may be named within the squad, together with Pau Cubarsi, Pedri, Gavi, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, and Ferran Torres.
It have to be famous that Balde final featured for Spain on October 12, 2023, when he performed 45 minutes in a 2-0 victory over Scotland.
Making an influence
His influence towards Benfica was simple. He was among the many most concerned gamers on the pitch, registering 94 touches, a quantity solely surpassed by Inigo Martínez (108) and Pedri (106).
His passing accuracy was additionally commendable, attaining successful charge of 91.8%. Moreover, Balde was some of the efficient dribblers within the match, finishing 5 profitable dribbles—matching Lamine Yamal’s tally.
Defensively, Balde contributed considerably as effectively. He was among the many prime performers in ball recoveries, retrieving possession six occasions.
Solely Pedri and Olmo surpassed him on this facet, every recovering the ball on ten events.
With Balde persevering with to shine beneath Flick’s system, his resurgence at membership stage may quickly be rewarded with a long-awaited return to worldwide obligation.
