E-Noticies has reported that Manchester City manager Guardiola is personally attempting to sign Barcelona left-back Balde in the January transfer window. Manchester City want a pure left-back and believe that Balde would be a good solution. After trying to sign Balde in 2023, Manchester City are again pursuing the 22-year-old Spanish left-back. According to the report, Guardiola has already been in contact with Barcelona sporting director Deco to explore a complex operation. The former Barcelona manager has requested information about Balde, who is described as an old desire of his. According to E-Noticies, while Balde is not guaranteed a place in Hansi Flick’s starting line-up, the left-back does not want to leave the defending Spanish champions in the middle of the season. Although Manchester City are interested in a January deal for Balde and will persist in their efforts, Barcelona are calm about the situation and have full confidence in the defender. The report states that Balde himself has shown no intention of leaving Barcelona in the short term. Balde's contract at Barcelona is valid until June 30, 2028, and his current market value is rated by Transfermarkt at €60 million.