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Manchester United Unlikely to Pursue Move for Carlos Baleba This Summer, Identify Potential Alternative: Reports

Brighton rejected a transfer bid exceeding £100 million for Baleba, with Manchester United prioritizing financial stability after spending over £200 million this summer, aiming to revisit next year.

  • Manchester United have chosen not to move forward with signing Carlos Baleba from Brighton following discussions between the two clubs.
  • The clubs' disagreement over Brighton's £100 million-plus asking price caused United to withdraw interest despite Baleba being open to the move.
  • Baleba, 21, joined Brighton for £26 million in 2023 and has impressed as a dynamic ball-winner, but he would need time to adapt at United.
  • Rio Ferdinand stated, "He'll learn" but cautioned Baleba is not the instant solution, while Roy Keane suggested the player must "do a bit more."
  • United spent over £200 million this summer and plans to revisit Baleba's signing next season, with alternative midfield options currently prioritized.
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Sussex Express broke the news in Lewes, United Kingdom on Friday, August 15, 2025.
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