Overview
- Fabrizio Romano reports United remain "absolutely interested" and are speaking with people close to the midfielder.
- A January move is described as unlikely unless Brighton open the door to talks, and no formal bid has been reported.
- United were priced out in the summer after Brighton set a £100m valuation for the 21-year-old.
- Baleba excelled in 2024–25 with six goal contributions in 40 games, but his influence has dipped this season based on cited stats.
- Romano adds Bayern are not pursuing Baleba at this stage and believes the player prefers to stay in England.