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Alejandro Balde gets chance to impress Koeman at Barcelona pre-season training

Barcelona B left-back Alejandro Balde was called into first-team training on Tuesday and will now have the chance to show Ronald Koeman what he can do.

Balde initially joined up with Barcelona B for medical checks ahead of the new campaign but has now moved up to the first team.

It’s a big opportunity for the youngster, particularly with Barcelona no longer expected to bring in a replacement for Junior Firpo.

There have been reports that Barca will instead use Sergino Dest and Balde as back-up to Jordi Alba this season at left-back.

Barcelona B coach Sergio Barjuan admits it’s a big chance for Balde and the other youngsters currently working with Koeman and the first-team regular.