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Manchester United Are Inching Closer To Recruiting This Brighton Midfielder: Good Fit For Carrick?
Manchester United Are Inching Closer To Recruiting This Brighton Midfielder: Good Fit For Carrick?
In a recent segment on Youtube , renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Manchester United are inching closer to recruiting Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba. Romano said,
“Negotiations were ongoing in the last 24 hours again for Carlos Baleba. As of tonight, there is still no agreement, Manchester United-Brighton, but they will be in contact again in the next hours.
“The feeling remains that Manchester United are very close to Baleba. There is still no club-to-club agreement, but it’s getting closer.
“There is a conversation about the deal, the structure of the deal, including the add-ons.
“So the deal is absolutely on for Carlos Baleba to join Manchester United. The conversation continues.
“Manchester United are optimistic to get one more.”
Baleba’s Decent Form In The Premier League
Baleba enjoyed a good run of form at the English club recently after he put in a run of influential displays for them in the middle of the park. The 22-year-old played in 35 matches for Brighton last season, but failed to score or create a goal for them across all fronts.
The Cameroonian talent is currently one of the most talented central midfielders in the Premier League. Therefore, it is no surprise that the Red Devils are hoping to land him in this transfer window.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND – MAY 09: Carlos Baleba of Brighton & Hove Albion gets past Mateus Mane of Wolverhampton Wanderers during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Amex Stadium on May 09, 2026 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
His current contract at the Amex Stadium will run out in the summer of 2028. Hence, Man United would have to make a convincing offer if they want to bring Baleba to Old Trafford this off-season.
Will Baleba Be A Good Fit For Manchester United Boss Michael Carrick?
Baleba is a good tackler of the ball and can time his challenges well to earn possession back for his team inside his half. He doesn’t mind putting his foot through the ball when required and is an accurate passer as well from midfield.
However, the Cameroonian sensation needs to add a few goals and assists to his game. Baleba is primarily a holding midfielder but can also serve as a box-to-box midfielder if asked to do so. He has some experience in the Premier League and won’t take much time to adjust to life at Man United .
Baleba would bring more bite and steel to Michael Carrick’s midfield. He is good enough to challenge for a regular first-team spot at the Theatre of Dreams next season.
At 22, Baleba has the potential to be a future star in English football as long as he continues to improve with each year. Thus, he would be a great fit for the Red Devils in the long run.
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