Barcelona Make Alex Valle Loan Recall Decision – Report

Alex Valle’s development on loan at Celtic appears to be progressing smoothly, with parent club Barcelona reportedly happy with the 20-year-old’s performances.

The left-back came off the bench against Club Brugge to deliver his fourth assist of the campaign. He set up Daizen Maeda’s equalizer, a moment that could prove pivotal in Celtic’s European campaign.

According to Spanish outlet Sport, via RecordSport, Barcelona are pleased with Valle’s progress under Brendan Rodgers and have no intention of recalling the young defender in January. The report states that the Catalan giants expect Valle to remain at Celtic Park for the rest of the season as they monitor his development closely.

Despite limited starts—just six across all comPetitions—Valle has shown flashes of his potential, particularly in high-pressure situations like the Brugge clash. His performances have reassured Barca that the loan spell is benefiting his growth both technically and tactically.

While Valle’s limited Game time has sparked concerns among some Celtic fans about whether he’s being utilized enough, his standout moments have highlighted why Barcelona value him so highly. Valle has provided important depth to Rodgers’ squad, and his ability to deliver in critical moments, as shown against Brugge, has added to his reputation as a reliable and impactful option.

Fans are now calling on the young player to have a run in the team, rating him higher than Greg Taylor, who’s come under a lot of criticism lately.

With Greg Taylor’s contract situation unresolved and speculation about his long-term future, Valle’s development at Celtic could position him as a potential successor.