FC Barcelona is experiencing a delicate financial situation. Despite having achieved normalcy in La Liga 1-1 since January, the Catalan club still needs to meet its economic responsibilities. This includes the need to sell players to generate income that will allow them to face future signings.
Deco, Barça's sporting director, is clear that if he wants to strengthen the team, he must first part with some players. This is especially true in key positions like right-back and left-wing.
Álex Valle: From loan to transfer
Last summer, Álex Valle was loaned to Celtic of Glasgow, a team participating in the UEFA Champions League. In Scotland, Valle stood out for his physical strength and ball skills. But in January, the loan agreement was broken, and the left-back from Badalona signed with Como in Serie A until the end of the season.
Since his arrival in Italy, Valle has played a prominent role under the direction of Cesc Fàbregas, who trusted his abilities and placed him as a starter on the left flank. The young player's performance has been very positive, and he is now considered one of the emerging talents in Serie A, one of the most competitive leagues on the continent.
Álex Valle's value soars
During his time at Levante, Valle was valued at just one million euros. However, his growth in Italy has been remarkable, and now his market value has increased considerably.
According to the latest estimates, the 23-year-old left-back could be valued at around three million euros. Nevertheless, FC Barcelona, which still holds the rights to the player, could obtain an even higher figure if they decide to sell him this summer.
The key to all this is Barça's situation regarding the left-back position. Alejandro Balde is the undisputed starter, and Gerard Martín, after renewing until 2028, has also secured his place in the first team. This leaves Valle in a complicated position, as the competition for the spot is fierce and his future at Barça seems uncertain.
A summer sale seems the best Ooption
With the internal competition at Barcelona and the progression of other players in his position, it is most likely that Álex Valle will be sold next summer market. Cesc Fàbregas's Como offers 8M for Valle, a figure that Barcelona can't refuse to improve their financial situation.