Due to a violation of the doping control procedure while playing for Cagliari, the midfielder was disqualified by the National Anti-Doping Court of Italy until December 5, according to the official website of the red and white.
It is noted that no prohibited substances were found in the sample taken from the player, however, in accordance with the disciplinary code, any sanction that is related to doping and was applied by another national or international sports association is automatically subject to recognition by the Russian Football Union (RFU).
Balde will be able to return to the training process no earlier than 22 days before the expiration of the sentence.
The Senegalese made 26 appearances for Cagliari in all competitions in the 2021/22 season, scoring three goals and providing three assists.
He also played for Lazio, Monaco, Inter and Sampdoria.
Earlier, Monaco midfielder Alexander Golovin commented on the transfer of his former teammate Balde to Spartak.