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Manchester United aims for Leicester's Louis Page after Baleba acquisition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:25 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Manchester United aims for Leicester's Louis Page after Baleba acquisition

Summary

Manchester United plans to pursue Leicester City's Louis Page following their expected acquisition of Carlos Baleba from Brighton. United has already bolstered their midfield with new arrivals and is reportedly preparing a new bid for the 18-year-old midfielder after an initial offer was rejected. Despite being a target, Page remains under contract with Leicester until 2029, and the young player's immediate future could see him joining Manchester United's U21 squad as competition for spots increases. Ben Jacobs mentioned that United's interest in Page is ongoing.

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•Marcus United is close to signing Carlos Baleba from Brighton.
•United's bid for Louis Page was rejected by Leicester City.
•Page impressed in 18 Championship appearances last season.
•He is under contract with Leicester until the summer of 2029.
•Page may have to settle for U21 opportunities at Manchester United.

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6:25 AMYahoo Sports — “Yes!” – Jacobs confirms Man Utd are still pushing for another midfielder after Baleba coup

What they're saying

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Manchester United will reportedly launch another attempt to sign young Leicester City midfielder Louis Page.The Red Devils have seemingly completed their midfield revamp, as they’re now close to buy...
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