The €50m star for whom Liverpool & Manchester United will fight

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Manchester United are keeping an eye on Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde ahead of the summer transfer window. Liverpool are also tracking the 22-year-old Spanish full-back, though it remains to be seen if United can beat their rivals to his signature.

Manchester United desperately need more options at full-back. Who needs Alejandro Balde more: Manchester United or Liverpool?

Manchester United have the more urgent need because they lack a reliable, athletic left-back who can handle a 38-game season. Both Manchester United and Liverpool will have to make a move fast if they want to sign the talented, though somewhat injury-prone, youngster.