Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Man United Faces Setback in Bid for Brighton's Baleba
Manchester United is trying to buy a young soccer player named Carlos Baleba from Brighton.
Man U made an offer, but Brighton said no.
Brighton wants a lot of money, about the same amount they got for another player before.
Baleba is hurt and hasn't been playing recently.
Man U already bought some other players.
It's unclear if Man U will pay the high price to get Baleba.
Manchester United's bid for Carlos Baleba was rejected by Brighton.
Brighton reportedly wants at least £115 million for Baleba.
Man United offered a player-cash deal involving Toby Collyer.
Baleba is currently recovering from a knee injury, missing pre-season games.
Man United has already signed Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko.
- Who
- Manchester United, Brighton, Carlos Baleba, and Toby Collyer are involved.
- What
- Manchester United is trying to sign Carlos Baleba from Brighton.
- When
- During the current transfer window, ahead of the 2025/26 season.
- Where
- The transfer involves Manchester United and Brighton.
- Why
- Manchester United is aiming to strengthen its midfield.
Manchester United
Brighton
Player Acquisition
Manchester United
Wants to sign Carlos Baleba.
Brighton
Wants to retain Carlos Baleba.
- Target Player
- Carlos Baleba
- Selling Club
- Brighton
- Buying Club
- Manchester United
- Reported Asking Price
- £115 million
- Injury
- Baleba has a knee injury