Overview

• Fabian Hurzeler told reporters he is confident Baleba will remain a Brighton player after the window closes on Monday night.
• Manchester United contacted Brighton via intermediaries earlier this month but did not advance a move once a sale was ruled out.
• Baleba, 21, joined from Lille in 2023 for around £27 million plus add-ons and has about three years left on his contract.
• The midfielder has appeared in both of Brighton’s Premier League matches this season and has made roughly 80 club appearances.
• Brighton strengthened with multiple summer signings and Hurzeler said he is very happy with the squad, while United face added scrutiny following a Carabao Cup shootout defeat to Grimsby Town.