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Explained: Why Baleba was absent from Brighton squad

Carlos Baleba missed Brighton's third consecutive pre-season friendly match against Wolfsburg on Saturday amid transfer links to Manchester United. The Red Devils have shown interest in the highly-rated young midfielder and they reportedly even tried to offer players in exchange to secure a transfer. Brighton, on the other hand, have maintained that they won't sell Baleba this summer.

Man Utd need 'crazy' offer to sign 'dream' target Baleba

Manchester United have been told it will take a "crazy" offer to prise "dream" transfer target Carlos Baleba away from Brighton.

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Hurzeler reveals why Brighton 'don't fear' losing Baleba

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has made a bold claim that he does not fear losing Carlos Baleba this transfer window, despite the midfielder being strongly linked with a move to Manchester United. After making key additions such as Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, Ruben Amorim now wants to strengthen his midfield.

Man Utd set to be priced out of astronomic Baleba deal

Brighton value Manchester United target Carlos Baleba at over £100 million ($135m) - a figure that the Red Devils are unlikely to be able to reach.

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Amorim pushing for Baleba as Man Utd consider alternative

Ruben Amorim is reportedly urging Manchester United to try and sign Brighton star Carlos Baleba but a list of alternative options have been drawn up.

Brighton 'very, very confident' of keeping Baleba

Manchester United’s transfer hopes have taken a brutal hit after Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler declared himself "very, very, very confident" that Carlos Baleba will remain at the Amex for the season. The 21-year-old midfield dynamo is a prime target for United, but their opening player-plus-cash proposal has already been thrown back in their face.

Carlos Baleba to Man Utd is OFF!

Manchester United do not plan to move forward with their bid for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, who is now set to remain at the AMEX Stadium.

Man Utd keep tabs on Baleba despite pulling plug on £100m+ bid

Manchester United will continue to monitor Carlos Baleba throughout the season after pulling the plug on their pursuit of the midfielder this summer. United, who were keen on signing the youngster in this window at Ruben Amorim's behest, decided to pull out of the deal on Friday after Brighton reportedly demanded a whopping £115 million ($156m), an amount they received from Moises Caicedo's transfer to Chelsea.

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Sevilla set transfer price tag for Man Utd target

Sevilla have set their asking price for midfielder Lucien Agoume, who is wanted by Manchester United as they search for alternatives to Carlos Baleba.

Baleba Bombshell! Contract clause that explains Brighton's £115m demands

Manchester United have been keeping tabs on Brighton’s midfield powerhouse Carlos Baleba all summer, but a reported sell-on clause in his contract is being viewed as a major stumbling block to thrash out a transfer deal. At just 21, the Cameroonian has already caught the eye with his fierce tackling, lung-busting runs, and fearless energy at the heart of the Seagulls’ engine room. But United’s admiration has quickly collided with harsh financial reality.

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Brighton boss issues final verdict on Man Utd target Baleba

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has heaped praised on Carlos Baleba and revealed the midfield star will not be leaving the south coast club this summer.

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Man Utd line-up shock move for Premier League star

Manchester United are lining up a shock move for Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton as they gear up for a midfield reshuffle. United had looked to bolster in the middle of the park over the summer but were rebuffed in their efforts to sign Brighton's Carlos Baleba. However, they have since turned their attention to Wharton, with Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro both on the Old Traffford chopping block.

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'Man Utd were interested' - Brighton chief opens up on Baleba saga

Brighton chief admitted there was interest from Manchester United for Carles Baleba and revealed why the Red Devils missed out on the £100m transfer. United boss Ruben Amorim had made the Cameroon powerhouse his No.1 midfield target as the Red Devils scrambled for reinforcements before the September 1 deadline. But Brighton refused to budge, slamming the door shut on a potential £100m mega deal that could have filled their coffers.

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Man Utd switch attention to Anderson after failing to sign Baleba

Manchester United have switched their attention to Elliot Anderson after failing to sign Brighton's Carlos Baleba, as Ruben Amorim eyes a midfield overhaul. The 22-year-old Nottingham Forest dynamo has become one of the most sought-after names in English football following his breakthrough into the Three Lions squad. United had already been monitoring Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace and revisiting interest in Baleba, but it is now being reported that Anderson has emerged as the standout target.

Agent Mbeumo! Man Utd star advising 'little brother' Baleba

Manchester United may have a secret agent on their hands in Bryan Mbeumo, with the Red Devils winger said to be urging Cameroon international team-mate Carlos Baleba to join him at Old Trafford. United remain in the market for another proven performer to operate in the heart of their midfield, with a big-money raid on Premier League rivals Brighton being mooted.

Man Utd & Amorim to prioritise move for England star over Baleba

Manchester United are reportedly prioritising a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton after cooling their interest in Brighton’s Carlos Baleba. The Red Devils were keen to strengthen in the middle of the park by signing the Cameroon international in the summer but have now decided to rethink their shortlist following the 21-year-old’s difficult start to the 2025-26 season.

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