Overview

• Multiple outlets report Liverpool are considering a 2026 approach for the Brighton midfielder, adding fresh competition to the race.
• Manchester United made an initial move in the summer but were deterred by the price and are expected to revisit the target next year.
• Tony Bloom’s stance is described as not-for-sale unless bids exceed the £115m paid for Moises Caicedo, according to TBR Football.
• Liverpool’s interest is framed around adding a specialist No.6 to balance an attack-heavy squad after a big-spending window.
• Carlos Baleba, 21, has been a regular since joining Brighton from Lille for about £23m, and any sale remains unconfirmed with no formal bids reported.