Revealed: Brighton’s Stance on Carlos Baleba’s Transfer Request
Red Devils Enter Standoff with Brighton Over Baleba Valuation
Manchester United’s pursuit of Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba has taken a significant turn, with the player reportedly expressing a verbal desire to join the Old Trafford club.
According to sources, Baleba has communicated to Brighton his wish to move to Manchester United, a request the Seagulls are prepared to grant, but only if their valuation is met.
That figure, believed to be in the region of £100 million, has been deemed excessive by Manchester United, who are now seeking to negotiate a more palatable price.
The 21-year-old Cameroonian is seen as a crucial piece in the new-look United under manager Rúben Amorim. With the attacking trio of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko already secured, the focus has shifted to reinforcing the midfield.
Baleba’s unique skill set—his ability to turn in the half-space, composure on the ball, and defensive tenacity—is viewed as the ideal complement to Amorim’s possession-based, high-pressing 3-4-3 system.
Brighton, renowned for their shrewd transfer business, are holding firm on their valuation, a stance they successfully maintained during the high-profile sales of Moises Caicedo and other key players in recent seasons.
The club’s policy is to demand a premium for their top assets, and Baleba, who has quickly developed into one of the Premier League’s most promising young midfielders, falls squarely into that category.
The outcome of these talks will not only determine Baleba’s future but could also define the final shape of Manchester United’s squad heading into the new season.
