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UPDATE: Barcelona teenager Balde gets late call-up to Spain squad
The La Masia graduate will be joining his teammates Ansu Fati, Ferran Torres, Busquets, Pedri, Alba, and Eric Garcia in Qatar.
Hours after Spain confirmed the injury of Valencia defender Jose Gaya, Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde has been called up by Luis Enrique.
The 19-year-old’s call-up was confirmed on the official site of Barcelona.
Balde was reported to be with Barca’s U21 team when he learnt about his call-up.
The La Masia graduate will be joining his teammates Ansu Fati, Ferran Torres, Busquets, Pedri, Alba, and Eric Garcia in Qatar.
Balde has played 12 games and contributed 3 assists to Xavi’s side this season.
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