Overview
- United have assessed the conditions of a deal for Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, but no January transfer is expected as Brighton plan to keep him until at least the summer.
- Club plans target at least one, and possibly two, top central midfield signings in 2026, with major business anticipated in the summer unless a unique January opportunity emerges.
- Ruben Amorim said there are no ongoing transfer discussions at Old Trafford despite the window being open.
- Baleba features on a midfield shortlist that also includes Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton, alongside younger prospects Ayyoub Bouaddi and Christos Mouzakitis.
- The Cameroon international is currently at AFCON after a slower start to the season that has brought renewed focus on his form.