Liverpool urged to sign Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde by former star: ‘he’s an extraordinary talent’

Liverpool urged to sign Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde by former star: ‘he’s an extraordinary talent’ Speaking to Betarades (h/t SPORT ), former Liverpool player Danny Murphy has urged the club to go after the signing of Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde. The former England international views the 23-year-old La Masia graduate, who has fallen out of favour under Hansi Flick, as a potential solution to the Reds’ problems in the left-back position. Balde backed to be a fantastic signing for Liverpool As such, Murphy made a strong case for Liverpool to push to sign Balde in January, pointing to the Spaniard’s experience of playing at a big club with huge demands. “I think Balde could be brilliant for Liverpool because he’s an extraordinary talent and, what’s more, he has the experience of having played for a huge club, with all the pressure that entails. He’s a really good footballer,” Murphy stated. Liverpool have been linked with Balde. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images) Continuing, the England international pointed out at the difficulties that Milosz Kerkez was facing a Liverpool as a reason for the club to push for Balde’s signing. “I think Liverpool will be looking for a left-back, although it’s difficult because I don’t know Kerkez personally. I know he’s working really hard and you can tell from his energy that he cares about the team,” he explained. “The most important thing is to bring in someone who doesn’t make you wonder whether they can cope with the pressure of a big club,” Murphy further added to make his case for Balde’s arrival. Plenty of interest in Balde Balde’s situation at Barcelona has made him an increasingly interesting option for clubs across Europe. Balde expected to leave Barcelona. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Liverpool are not alone in monitoring his availability, with Manchester United and Manchester City also linked with the Spain international. Superagent Jorge Mendes is exploring possible destinations ahead of January. A loan until the end of the season is understood to be the preferred arrangement for the player, potentially giving him an opportunity to secure regular football without requiring an immediate permanent transfer. AS Roma had also considered a move, but their interest has cooled after Gian Piero Gasperini decided to prioritise attacking reinforcements. Barcelona must now decide how to approach Balde’s situation as the winter window approaches. Whether they decide to accept a loan move or push for a permanent departure to fund a centre-back signing remains to be seen.