Brighton considering offers for Carlos Baleba amid Manchester United interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Brighton and Hove Albion's chief executive Paul Barber has indicated the club will consider sensible offers for midfielder Carlos Baleba. Manchester United has submitted an opening bid of approximately £60 million, plus add-ons, to reignite their pursuit of the 22-year-old. Barber noted that while Baleba is a talented player who has attracted significant interest, any decision will depend on balancing the team’s competitive needs with financial considerations. The Premier League transfer window closes on September 1, which may prompt further developments.
- •Carlos Baleba is valued at over £100 million by Brighton.
- •Manchester United's bid is approximately £60 million plus £5 million in add-ons.
- •Barber emphasizes the need for sensible offers that align with the club's financial goals.
- •Brighton plays Tromso in the UEFA Conference League tonight.
- •The Premier League transfer window shuts on September 1.
- 5:58 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler addresses Manchester United's Carlos Baleba transfer bid
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton boss breaks silence on Carlos Baleba transfer amid Manchester United bid
"Brighton and Hove Albion's chief executive Paul Barber has signaled that the Seagulls could entertain a 'sensible' offer for Carlos Baleba, as Manchester United reignite their pursuit of the midfielder
"Brighton and Hove Albion boss Fabian Hurzeler has addressed the transfer bid lodged by Manchester United for midfielder Carlos Baleba ahead of their Premier League season opener
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 5:58 PMBrighton boss Fabian Hurzeler addresses Manchester United's Carlos Baleba transfer bid
Brighton and Hove Albion boss Fabian Hurzeler has addressed the transfer bid lodged by Manchester United for midfielder Carlos Baleba ahead of their Premier League season opener
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 3:45 PMBrighton boss breaks silence on Carlos Baleba transfer amid Manchester United bid
Brighton and Hove Albion's chief executive Paul Barber has signaled that the Seagulls could entertain a 'sensible' offer for Carlos Baleba, as Manchester United reignite their pursuit of the midfielder
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