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Carlos Baleba keen on Manchester United move this summer if pursued

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 7:25 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Carlos Baleba keen on Manchester United move this summer if pursued

Summary

Carlos Baleba is reportedly interested in joining Manchester United, conditional on the club's pursuit. The 22-year-old midfielder has had a fluctuating form over the past season and is currently recovering from an ankle ligament injury. Sources suggest Brighton may lower their asking price from £115 million as United has privately stated a £75 million ceiling for Baleba. The player is eager to finalize a transfer before the upcoming season, with Manchester United starting their campaign against Hull City on August 22.

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Status Watch

•Baleba is valued at £75 million by Manchester United.
•Brighton may reduce their asking price for Baleba.
•He is currently recovering from an ankle ligament injury.
•United has had Baleba on their radar for over a year.
•The club's season opener is against Hull City on August 22.

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7:25 AMYahoo Sports — £75m Premier League star ‘would be keen’ on Old Trafford move ‘if United try’ in coming weeks

What they're saying

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Carlos Baleba ‘would be keen’ on making the move to Old Trafford this summer ‘if Manchester United try’ to sign him.That’s according to Ben Jacobs (via The United Stand), who adds that it ��...
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