Reports have revealed that Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, is personally leading a new attempt to sign Barcelona's left-back Alejandro Balde, and he has already discussed the possibility of completing the deal with sporting director Deco.

Manchester City had tried to sign Balde in the summer of 2023, taking advantage of the financial crisis Barcelona was experiencing at that time, but Deco rejected the offer and managed to renew the player's contract with a long-term deal, effectively closing the door on any potential transfer at that time.

Reports indicate that although the financial situation at Barcelona has become more stable and Balde has become a key player for the team, Guardiola remains steadfast in his desire to sign him, believing that the Spanish player possesses the ideal qualities that fit Manchester City's playing style.

Despite the difficulty of completing the deal at this time, the Spanish coach's interest reflects his high regard for Balde's talent and his desire to add him to his tactical setup in the future.