Fabian Hurzeler said he is extremely confident that Carlos Baleba will remain with Brighton this season despite heavy interest from Manchester United. After big spending on revitalising their attacking options, United have now turned their attention to bolstering their midfield, with Baleba emerging as a top target.

Baleba, 21, has emerged as one of the best young midfielders in the Premier League since joining the Seagulls from Lille in 2023 - and the Cameroon international enjoyed a breakout campaign.

Manchester United are adamant they'll sign a midfielder before the September 1 deadline and multiple reports are pointing to a 23-year-old LaLiga star being the one to fill the void.

Manchester United and England legend Wayne Rooney was asked if the Red Devils should continue their pursuit of Brighton and Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba.

Exclusive: Manchester United are fearful that spending big on Morten Hjulmand could end their chances of signing Carlos Baleba next year.

The very latest Man Utd transfer news as they continue to be linked with a swoop for Brighton's Carlos Baleba.

Manchester United's interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba has left former team-mates Rio Ferdinand and Roy Keane at odds on whether they should pursue a transfer

The Red Devils are attempting to pull off a blockbuster swoop for Brighton 's Carlos Baleba but the Seagulls' asking price of around £110million may make his signing this summer unfeasible.