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Newcastle targets Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba after Everton loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Newcastle targets Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba after Everton loss

Summary

Newcastle United is reportedly interested in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba following a preseason loss to Everton. The 22-year-old Cameroon international has an estimated market value of €55 million and is admired by new manager Matthias Jaissle. Newcastle's midfield is currently lacking options after the exits of Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali. Baleba’s potential transfer is complicated by an ankle injury, and while there are no advanced talks, Newcastle's interest could evolve before the September 1 deadline.

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•Carlos Baleba is a target for Newcastle following their 3-1 loss to Everton.
•Baleba, 22, has a market value of €55 million.
•He has played 112 games for Brighton, including 92 in the Premier League.
•Newcastle is struggling for established midfield options after key player departures.
•Baleba is currently sidelined with an ankle injury.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Brighton Star Emerges as Newcastle Target After Everton Game

What they're saying

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Newcastle United’s midfield rebuild could take an ambitious turn after Matthias Jaissle identified a Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder as a potential target. The player would be 22-year-old Cameroon international Carlos Baleba, who is considered someone the new Magpies manager admires. According to Transfermarkt, Baleba has an estimated market value of €55 million. Newcastle remain […]
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