HSV seeks contract extension with shooting star

The German-Portuguese, born in Hamburg, joined the HSV youth team in 2020. This summer, Balde made the permanent jump into the professional squad and was already able to attract attention during the preparation. Balde has already made three substitute appearances in the 2nd division, and he was allowed to start in the DFB Cup – as well as last weekend in the clear 4-1 home win over Preußen Münster. Baldé set up the 1-0 goal by Robert Glatzel with a precise cross.

Loud PictureAccording to information, the youngster only needs one more professional appearance of at least 45 minutes in order for his contract, which is valid until 2026, to be converted into a professional contract. However, those responsible at Volkspark are said to be aiming for a new, longer-term professional contract with Balde. How do the Picture further reported that initial talks have already begun and have been positive. They plan to continue them from mid-September, when the transfer window has closed in all other leagues.

The contract extension is then to be finalized, which should also include a salary increase for the 19-year-old. The winger has already shown himself to be a very valuable option. If Balde's development continues like this, he could soon be making regular appearances in the starting eleven. And HSV would finally have produced a real gem from its own youth team.