Eager to strengthen their midfield in the 2026 transfer window, Manchester United have just received good news. A priority target wants to join the Red Devils.
Manchester United want to strengthen their midfield and have six midfielders on their shortlist for the next summer transfer window. Notably included are Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba. The latter was close to joining the Red Devils this summer, but the Mancunian club were cooled by the £100m demanded by Brighton in this case.
Manchester United want to sign Carlos Baleba in next summer window
However, the young Cameroonian midfielder still remains well placed in Manchester United's sights. According to information from Fabrizio Romano, a transfer during the winter window is very unlikely. However, the major offensive from the English giants could occur next summer.
“But for the summer, unless the position changes for January, we need to see what happens, but for the summer, let us say for 2026, it is certain, Manchester United consider Carlos Baleba as a priority target,” assures the Italian journalist. And this, despite the former Lille player's timid start to the season, having played 14 matches without being decisive with Brighton.
Carlos Baleba wants to sign for Manchester United, but…
In this case, Fabrizio Romano also revealed the 21-year-old player's position regarding Manchester United's interest. “Baleba is still very eager to join Manchester United, especially now that the club are performing excellently in the Premier League,” he highlighted.
It should be noted that journalist Dean Jones shares the same information but adds an important element: “It must be stressed that they (the Red Devils) will not fork out £100m for him in the near future.” It therefore remains to be seen whether the price demanded by Brighton for Baleba could change by the end of the season.
This article was originally published on Top Mercato.
