Premier League heavyweights Manchester United are reportedly in contact with the representatives of 21-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba.
According to an update by reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel, Carlos Baleba remains the subject of interest of Manchester United. The Red Devils wanted to reinforce their midfield unit in the summer transfer window by signing the Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder. While a summer move did not materialise, the Cameroonian international is still a target for them.
The latest report has revealed that the Premier League bigwigs are in contact with the African midfielder’s entourage over a possible move heading into the winter transfer window. However, a deal with Manchester United will depend on Brighton’s willingness to part ways with Baleba.
How has Carlos Baleba fared at Brighton & Hove Albion?
Carlos Baleba has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League since joining Brighton & Hove Albion from LOSC Lille in August 2023. While the 21-year-old endured some teething problems, he has made significant progress in the last two and a half years, becoming a mainstay in the middle of the park for his club and country.
The Cameroonian international has made nearly 100 appearances thus far for Brighton & Hove Albion while chipping in with four goals and two assists. Meanwhile, Baleba’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several European bigwigs. Manchester United will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the next two transfer windows.
Move across the Premier League on the cards?
Manchester United chased Carlos Baleba this past summer, but a deal failed to materialise. The continued interest makes sense, as the Red Devils need a dominant presence in the middle of the park. With Casemiro approaching the twilight of his career and Manuel Ugarte failing to make his mark since joining Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain, they need a solution.
So, Baleba remains a target for Manchester United, and they will return for his signature next year. The latest report has revealed that the Red Devils remain in contact with the Douala-born midfielder’s entourage over a possible move next year. However, a deal will depend on Brighton’s willingness to part ways with Baleba.
Meanwhile, a winter move is reportedly unlikely, and it will be interesting to see if Manchester United can turn Baleba’s head. However, other midfielders are also on the Premier League club’s wishlist, and it remains to be seen what the future holds for Ruben Amorim’s midfield unit.
