Manchester United are actively pursuing Brighton's Carlos Baleba, having submitted an initial offer of £60m, plus an additional £5m, as they look to finalise their midfield reconstruction. Talks are ongoing, and the transfer is expected to be completed.
The move for Baleba follows United's recent acquisitions of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. While Baleba was previously not considered a primary target, the club's recruitment department has reportedly reshaped Michael Carrick's midfield.
Baleba, whose main strength is his ability to cover ground quickly, is currently sidelined with an ankle injury from pre-season, anticipated to keep him out for another two weeks. Manager Michael Carrick has emphasised the need for more players, stating, "We want more, we need more."
The club is also expected to seek a new left-back, though no specific target has been identified at this stage. This summer's transfer activity highlights a strategic shift at Old Trafford, with recruitment plans reportedly being controlled more tightly than in the past.