Manchester United Delays Carlos Baleba Transfer Until 2024

Manchester United’s pursuit of midfielder Carlos Baleba may extend into next year as Brighton & Hove Albion remains steadfast in retaining the 21-year-old talent. Brighton values Baleba at over £100 million, making any immediate transfer unlikely before the window closes on September 1.

The Manchester Evening News reported that United is prepared to wait until next year to secure Baleba, who has expressed interest in joining the club. His willingness to bide his time could give United an advantage over competing clubs when the next transfer window opens.

Brighton’s decision to hold onto Baleba is evident as he recently made his first start of the Premier League season. Last season, he participated in 34 of 38 league matches, showcasing his importance to the team. The club aims to replicate previous successful transfers, such as the move of Moises Caicedo to Chelsea, which significantly bolstered their revenue.

Despite Manchester United’s interest, a deal for the Cameroonian midfielder is not expected to materialize before the current transfer window closes. Following substantial spending of nearly £200 million on new signings—including Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha—the club seems willing to prioritize other targets this season.

In a recent update, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano stated, “Brighton closed the doors to the exit of Baleba this summer. Manchester United will keep Carlos Baleba on their list.” He added that if a transfer does not happen this summer, United will continue to view him as a target for 2026.

Brighton’s head coach spoke confidently about Baleba’s future at the club. Ahead of a match against Fulham, he remarked, “I’m very, very, very confident he will stay. I didn’t see any change in him. He seems to be in a really good place, enjoying his time with teammates and grateful for the progress he made last season.”

While fans and analysts speculate about potential moves, Baleba’s focus remains on his current role at Brighton. With the summer transfer window closing soon, both clubs will be monitoring developments closely, particularly in light of United’s keen interest in securing his services in the future.

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