Barcelona star trusted by Flick set for his big opportunity after teammate’s injuryBarcelona’s Alejandro Balde suffers thigh injury, sidelining him for at least three weeks. The 21-year-old defender will miss crucial matches, opening the door for Gerard Martin. Manager Hansi Flick backs the 23-year-old to fill the left-back position, offering a chance for Martin to prove himself after a mixed prior season. Jofre Torrents remains a less likely starting option.
