Baleba completes £70m Man Utd move from Brighton
Summary
Manchester United has signed Carlos Baleba, a 22-year-old midfielder from Brighton, for an initial £65 million, potentially rising to £70 million. Baleba has joined United on a five-year contract and will help strengthen their midfield after recent player signings.Key Facts
- Manchester United paid £65 million upfront for Carlos Baleba, with possible add-ons of £5 million.
- Baleba is a 22-year-old midfielder from Cameroon with 16 international appearances.
- He previously played for Brighton and joined them from Lille in 2023.
- Baleba has made 112 appearances for Brighton, including 31 in the Premier League last season.
- He is currently recovering from an ankle injury sustained during Brighton’s preseason.
- The contract length is five years, with an option to extend for one more year.
- United’s summer spending has now reached £153 million as they prepare for the Champions League.
- Baleba is known for his physical strength, speed, and ability to regain possession, complementing United’s midfield needs.
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