Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Baleba Likely Staying at Brighton; Man Utd Eyes Timber
Manchester United wants to add Carlos Baleba to their team, but Brighton's manager is not willing to sell him and expects him to stay.
If they can't get Baleba, Manchester United might try to get Quinten Timber instead.
Brighton wants more than £100 million to sell Baleba.
Manchester United needs to improve their midfield because some players haven't performed well or are getting older.
Brighton is unlikely to sell Carlos Baleba to Manchester United.
Brighton's manager is confident Baleba will remain with the club.
Manchester United may turn to Quinten Timber after failing to secure Baleba.
Brighton values Baleba at over £100 million.
Manchester United is looking to bolster its midfield.
- Who
- Carlos Baleba, Quinten Timber, Manchester United, and Brighton & Hove Albion.
- What
- Manchester United is unlikely to acquire Carlos Baleba, and may pursue Quinten Timber.
- When
- The current transfer window.
- Where
- Involves Manchester United and Brighton.
- Why
- Brighton's manager is not willing to sell Baleba.
Brighton's Stance
Manchester United's Stance
Availability of Baleba
Brighton's Stance
Brighton is not planning to sell Baleba.
Manchester United's Stance
Manchester United wants to buy Baleba.
- Player
- Carlos Baleba
- Current Club
- Brighton & Hove Albion
- Potential Buyer
- Manchester United
- Brighton Manager
- Fabian Hürzeler
- Potential Target
- Quinten Timber
- Brighton's Asking Price
- Over £100 million
Sources
Carlos Baleba to Manchester United derailed as Red Devils 'unwilling' to match steep asking price: Report
Manchester United to Miss Out on Key Midfield Target Carlos Baleba as Brighton Manager Rules Out Summer Exit