Man Utd told they will need to make 'crazy' offer to sign 'dream' transfer target Carlos Baleba from notoriously tough negotiators Brighton

The Red Devils have been able to bolster their attacking ranks this summer with the signings of Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Midfield reinforcements are said to be next on their list of priorities.

Ruben Amorim is reported to be a big fan of Brighton star Baleba, who is considered to be a “perfect” fit for any engine room. The 21-year-old is being billed as a “dream” addition for those at Old Trafford.

Initial contact has been made with Baleba’s representatives, and United “didn’t find closed doors”. Brighton, though, are understandably reluctant to part with a Cameroon international who they snapped up from Lille in 2023.

Fabrizio Romano has told GIVEMESPORT: “It means an important, very important, maybe crazy proposal is needed or Baleba is not available for sale this summer. It’s never easy to negotiate with Brighton, especially with 23 days to go. But Manchester United wanted to try. Let’s see what happens next.”

Baleba is tied to a contract at the Amex Stadium through to 2028, meaning that they are under no pressure to sell. It is being suggested that the Seagulls would demand £100 million plus ($135m) to sanction a sale.