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A member of the defensive ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona is set for an incoming spell on the sidelines.
This comes after the player in question – Alejandro Balde – suffered a training ground injury on Wednesday morning.
Balde was one of few of high-profile Barcelona stars still in Catalunya’s capital this week.
As much comes after the left-back was not called up to Spain’s squad for the country’s upcoming World Cup qualifying double-header.
Balde, in turn, spent the week to date training amongst a threadbare group at the Ciutat Esportiva.
And as alluded to above, during as much, the 21-year-old picked up a fitness setback which looks set to culminate in an incoming spell away from the grass.
As per a statement across Barcelona’s official website and social media platforms:
‘Defender Alejandro Balde suffered a slight injury to his left hamstring during today’s training session. His availability will depend on how he progresses.’
> Defender Alejandro Balde suffered a slight injury to his left hamstring during today’s training session. His availability will depend on how he progresses. [pic.twitter.com/lfGPE1O3Vx](https://t.co/lfGPE1O3Vx)
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> — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) [September 3, 2025](https://twitter.com/FCBarcelona/status/1963218886611833196?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
Conor Laird – GSFN