Manchester United bids £60m for Carlos Baleba to bolster midfield

Manchester United has submitted a £60 million bid for Carlos Baleba of Brighton as part of their ongoing midfield reconstruction this summer. Discussions are ongoing, but Brighton is reportedly seeking a higher fee than United's initial offer. United previously targeted Baleba last summer but faced a valuation of over £100 million. The player's price has since dropped due to a challenging year. While Baleba is currently recovering from an ankle injury, it is not expected to hinder the potential transfer. United has already secured two midfielders in this transfer window and is looking to fill gaps left by departing players.

• 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester United table bid for Carlos Baleba as midfield rebuild continues