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Carlos Baleba's transfer to Manchester United stalled due to injury

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Carlos Baleba's transfer to Manchester United stalled due to injury

Summary

Carlos Baleba's expected move from Brighton and Hove Albion to Manchester United has encountered a significant delay due to an ankle ligament injury, putting the transfer on hold for the foreseeable future. Baleba had been eager to join United, having pushed for the transfer last summer as well. Despite preliminary interest from United for this transfer window, sources indicate they are not proceeding with the deal amid concerns over his injury status. With the Premier League season approaching, United faces challenges finding suitable midfield replacements after missing out on other key targets.

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Status Watch

•Carlos Baleba suffers an ankle ligament injury, delaying his transfer.
•Baleba had previously expressed a strong desire to join Manchester United.
•United's interest in Baleba has reportedly cooled due to his injury.
•The Premier League season is set to begin in two weeks.
•United has struggled to secure other midfield targets, complicating their roster plans.

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12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Romano: ‘Absolutely wonderful’ Premier League midfielder has been ‘pushing like crazy’ to join Man United this summer

What they're saying

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Carlos Baleba retains his desire to complete a move from Brighton and Hove Albion to Manchester United.However, any potential deal has been put on ice for the foreseeable future after he sustained an ...
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