Man United want Mbeumo’s international teammate – Cameroonian is a target
Manchester United are reportedly ramping up their pursuit of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, with the Seagulls already lining up a potential successor and a reduced fee now in play. The Red Devils first approached Baleba last summer, and the Cameroon international was open to the switch, but Brighton’s £100m valuation proved too steep at the time.Things have shifted slightly this season, with Baleba not quite hitting the same heights, partly due to ongoing transfer speculation affecting his early form. Even so, he remains one of the Premier League’s most highly rated young midfielders and a key name on United’s shortlist.🚨Manchester United have held talks with Carlos Baleba’s representatives as early as last month, with the club still rating him highly despite recent form. [ @SullyTalkz ]Baleba X Tonali in the summer might be good business. pic.twitter.com/vp1nIYfFN3— Utd Chief (@utdchief1) March 18, 2026 United’s plans have also been influenced by Manchester City’s strong push to s..