Alejandro Balde was asked to come off the bench for the final hour of [Barcelona’s 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid](/barcelona-la-liga/136073/barcelona-real-madrid-la-liga-el-clasico-final-score-match-report-recap-reactions) in _El Clásico_ on Sunday after Xavi Espart’s first half injury, and certainly did very well for himself.
Balde had been struggling for minutes this season until a serious injury crisis hit the Barça defense, opening the door for the left-back to make a real case for regular playing time.
His performance on Sunday was strong enough to at least cause Hansi Flick to re-think his role going forward, perhaps even after the injury situation at the back improves.
So today’s **Barca Blaugranes Question of the Day** is:
**Has Alejandro Balde done enough to earn regular minutes at Barcelona with his performance in El Clásico?**
Now it’s over to you! Feel free to share your thoughts, opinions and answers in the comments section below!
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