Manchester United signs Carlos Baleba from Brighton for £70 million
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Manchester United has completed the signing of midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton for a fee that could reach £70 million. The 22-year-old, who performed well for Brighton and helped the club qualify for the UEFA Conference League, is expected to strengthen United's midfield ahead of their Champions League campaign. Baleba joins United during a significant summer rebuild that includes the additions of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans. This move comes as United aims to enhance squad depth with key midfielders dealing with injuries. Baleba's performance will be closely monitored as he integrates into the team's playing style.
- •Carlos Baleba joins Manchester United from Brighton.
- •Transfer fee could reach £70 million.
- •Baleba helped Brighton qualify for the UEFA Conference League.
- •United has added several midfielders this summer.
- •The move aims to bolster United's squad for Champions League commitments.
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"The former Lille talent heads up to Manchester, looking to be part of the latest era of the Red Devils
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