Manchester United nearing signing of Carlos Baleba from Brighton
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Manchester United is close to finalizing a £65 million deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, following prior interest last summer. Baleba, who missed part of pre-season due to an ankle injury, is expected to return by the end of September. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has indicated that United will also pursue a new left-back and possibly a striker, contingent on Joshua Zirkzee's potential departure. Negotiations with Racing Santander left-back Jorge Salinas are reportedly underway, as United aims to strengthen its squad before the transfer window closes on September 1.
- •Carlos Baleba's transfer fee is expected to be around £65 million plus add-ons.
- •The midfielder could be available for selection by the end of September.
- •Manchester United aims to secure a new left-back and potentially a striker.
- •United has held talks with Jorge Salinas for a left-back role.
- •The transfer window closes on September 1.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — “In the next hours” – Romano drops overnight update on Baleba to Man Utd as final price tag set
- 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Fabrizio Romano Explains Man Utd's Next Two Signings After Carlos Baleba
"Manchester United and Brighton are reportedly edging closer to finalising the transfer of Carlos Baleba.The 22-year-old has been keen to join the Red Devils since last summer when he agreed terms with...
"With a £65 million deal for the Brighton midfielder nearing completion, the Red Devils pivot toward defensive reinforcements and a potential attacking replacement before the deadline.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 7:00 AM“In the next hours” – Romano drops overnight update on Baleba to Man Utd as final price tag set
Manchester United and Brighton are reportedly edging closer to finalising the transfer of Carlos Baleba.The 22-year-old has been keen to join the Red Devils since last summer when he agreed terms with...
- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 8:15 AMFabrizio Romano Explains Man Utd's Next Two Signings After Carlos Baleba
With a £65 million deal for the Brighton midfielder nearing completion, the Red Devils pivot toward defensive reinforcements and a potential attacking replacement before the deadline.
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