Joao Cancelo emerges as Alejandro Balde’s biggest supporter at Barcelona
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8-second readJoao Cancelo has emerged as one of Alejandro Balde’s strongest supporters within the Barcelona dressing room, offering encouragement and advice as the defender struggles to establish himself under Hansi Flick.
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Joao Cancelo has emerged as one of Alejandro Balde’s strongest supporters within the Barcelona dressing room, offering encouragement and advice as the defender struggles to establish himself under Hansi Flick.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the Portuguese full-back has even defended his teammate in conversations with the German manager, while showing concern among senior players over Balde’s situation.
The development comes amid uncertainty surrounding Balde’s Barcelona future. As previously reported, the academy graduate is increasingly open to leaving in January after struggling to secure regular playing time.
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