Manchester United have initiated contact over a potential move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, a transfer that could shatter the club’s spending record.
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has revealed the ongoing discussions.
Romano: Man Utd in Contact Over Stunning £100m Baleba Move
According to Romano, United officials have held talks with the 22-year-old’s representatives.
He stated that Baleba “would love to move to Man United” and remains a primary target for the club’s recruitment team.
This pursuit underscores the new INEOS-led hierarchy’s intent to address the squad’s midfield issues urgently.
The need for reinforcement has become acute following injuries to key players like Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo, which have exposed a lack of depth.
Manager Ruben Amorim has recently downplayed January activity, but the club’s actions suggest a push for transformative signings continues.
However, securing a deal this month will prove extremely difficult. Brighton have firmly communicated their desire to retain the Cameroonian star.
Romano emphasized that only a “very big, crazy proposal” could tempt the Seagulls into a sale during the current window.
Previous reports indicate such an offer would need to approach £100 million, a figure that would indeed eclipse the £89 million United paid for Paul Pogba in 2016.
This potential investment highlights both the player’s high valuation and the scale of United’s ambition to rebuild their midfield with a long-term solution.
While talks with the player’s camp progress, any agreement now depends on United’s willingness to meet Brighton’s staggering demands for a January exit.
