Manchester United are preparing to accelerate talks for Carlos Baleba after securing progress on Ederson Silva and Andrey Santos, with Brighton expected to demand up to £80m for the Cameroon international.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's regime has pulled Manchester United out of a costly Carlos Baleba chase and pivoted toward Andrey Santos and Tyler Adams, with Ederson set to lead a disciplined midfield rebuild at Old Trafford.
Manchester United remain in the market for two or three midfielders after Casemiro's departure, with Carlos Baleba emerging again as a priority target despite valuation gaps and Brighton’s tough negotiating stance.
Manchester United stepped back from an £85m move for Mateus Fernandes and are refocusing on Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba to fill the physical void left by Casemiro's departure.
With three major midfield targets gone elsewhere, Manchester United may still land Carlos Baleba from Brighton on terms loosely agreed last summer—if the club re-engages before the window closes.
Reports say Tottenham are leading the race for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba thanks to their manager's prior connection, while Manchester United's verbal agreement reportedly remains valid.
Romano reports Manchester United will seek a partner for Kobbie Mainoo this summer, with Carlos Baleba, Sandro Tonali, Ederson and others on the shortlist, while Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton has also been mentioned.
English media report Manchester United intend to spend around £150 million on three midfielders. Casemiro is set to leave and Ugarte could be sold, with Baleba and Ederson among their primary targets.
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