Manchester
United offered around £60 million plus £5 million in add-ons for Brighton's
22-year-old Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba, kicking off friendly
negotiations despite being below Brighton's valuation.
Baleba settled personal terms with United over
a year ago and sees the club as his only choice, with a five-year contract
ready once terms finalize.
This signing fits United's midfield rebuild alongside recent additions like Youri Tielemans for £35 million and Andrey Santos for £50 million, praised by fans as smart value.
Talks are advanced, and Baleba should be fit by early September despite a minor ankle issue.