Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde has opened up about his early life in the Catalan capital, his development at the famed La Masia academy, the influence of his family, and his experiences with racism.
In an interview published on November 6, 2026, the 21-year-old Spain international discussed his journey from the youth ranks to the first team, highlighting the support of his parents and the challenges he faced growing up.
Balde also addressed the issue of racism in football, calling for continued education and stricter sanctions to eradicate discrimination from the sport.
