Barcelona youngster has already been informed of first-team place for next season | OneFootball

A returning member of the Barcelona loan army is set to take his place in the club’s first-team setup for next season.

That’s according to ESport3, who point towards Álex Valle as the player in question.

Valle, for his part, spent this past season out on loan away from Barcelona.

Across a stint in Spain’s 2nd tier with Levante, the 20-year-old, for the most part, went on to impress, on his way to 29 La Liga 2 appearances.

Valle was, in turn, expected to take his place back in Catalunya’s capital for next season, having done enough to convince ex-Blaugrana boss Xavi of his talents.

The arrival of Hansi Flick, however, saw the young stopper’s future thrown somewhat up in the air.

Valle’s entourage, as a result, recently sat down for talks with Barca sporting director Deco, to gain an understanding of the club’s immediate plans for their client.

And, during as much, it was made crystal clear that Valle features prominently in the Camp Nou vision for next season.

As per the reliable Cat Radio’s ESport3:

‘In a conversation between the Blaugrana sporting director and the player’s representatives, this was how it was conveyed to him: Àlex Valle will be Barça’s left back in the 2024/25 season.’

The Spaniard is expected to act as backup to first-choice left-back Alejandro Balde in Hansi Flick’s squad.

Conor Laird | GSFN