DO: Manchester United contacted Brighton through an intermediary to discuss the transfer conditions for introducing Baleba

Hupu August 7th, "TheAthletic" ace reporter David Ornstein reported that Manchester United has contacted Brighton Club through an intermediary to discuss the transfer conditions for introducing midfielder Carlos Baleba.

The 21-year-old has three years left in contract with Brighton and has now become one of the most watched young players in the same position. Brighton has no intention of letting go this summer.

Nevertheless, outside interest is heating up, and Manchester United has become one of many suitors and has expressed its initial intention through intermediaries.

Brighton has made it clear that he hopes to keep the Cameroon international for at least another year - his contract with the club is until 2028 and has the option of renewing the contract for one year (until 2029).

At present, all parties also generally believe that completing the transfer is not realistic now, especially if Manchester United finally finalizes the deal for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Cesco.

Unless Manchester United can earn considerable income by selling players, it will be difficult to complete high-priced signings in both the front line and the midfielder at the same time.

However, these two positions are the current focus of the Red Devils, and Baleba is one of the key candidates in the midfield.

The next few days will be key, and whether there will be substantial progress at that time will become clearer - Manchester United is continuing to strengthen the new coach Ruben Amorin's lineup.

Previously, the transfer column of TheAthletic (July 29) pointed out that in addition to looking for a striker, Manchester United is also looking for a midfielder who can cover a large range and have strong mobility.

Currently, Casemiro, Ugat and Toby Collier are already in the team, and Bruno Fernandez and Kobe Menu are also competent for the middle in Ruben Amorin's 3-4-3 system.

It is worth mentioning that 21-year-old Collier may be rented out this summer, while 33-year-old Casemiro enters the final year of his contract.

Baleba joined Brighton from Lille in the summer of 2023, with a transfer fee of £26 million (approximately US$34.5 million) and additional terms.

While playing in the Premier League, the Cameroon international gradually grew into one of the most promising young midfielders in the league. Last season, he played 40 games in various competitions, contributing 4 goals and 2 assists, and has made 7 appearances for the Cameroon national team.