Manchester United have been given a big boost in their pursuit of Carlos Baleba. He is the highly rated midfield star at Brighton. While his price tag is steep, recent developments show things might be moving United’s way.
Baleba ‘s Price & Position
Brighton value Baleba very highly—reports put his asking price at £100 million-plus. Some outlets suggest Brighton are asking for €120 million, which converts to a similar big number in pounds.
Baleba is just 21 years old. He has been impressive in Brighton’s midfield and has caught the eye with energy, tackles, recoveries, and forward runs.
United’s Interest & Strategy
Man United see Baleba as a priority midfield upgrade. They’ve made initial moves—contact via intermediaries and enquiring about terms. United believe Baleba could fit their style under Ruben Amorim, and they are exploring how financing or structured payments might work given his high cost.
Brighton, however, are resisting. Their manager, Fabian Hurzeler, has publicly said he does not fear losing key players, and that the club remains focused.
Baleba : Challenges Ahead
- Manchester United’s budget constraints and financial rules (Profit & Sustainability Rules) make a huge fee difficult.
- Brighton are firm on their valuation and may refuse to sell unless terms are especially high.
- United must decide whether to push hard now or wait for a better opportunity in a future transfer window.
Author’s Insight
This “boost” is more than wishful thinking. Baleba is genuinely on United’s radar, and his openness to the move nudges things forward. But the price is still an issue. Whether United can meet Brighton’s demands is still a big question. They could also find a clever way around them. If they pull this off, it could mark a turning point in how they rebuild the squad. But if not, United may have to shift focus elsewhere. Or they could wait for a more affordable moment.
As featured on ManUNews.com
