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-olds call-up was confirmed on the official site of Barcelona.

Balde was reported to be with Barcas U21 team when he learnt about his call-up.

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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 Xavis side this season.

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