Manchester United have been heavily linked with a move for 21-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba in recent weeks.
According to an update by Cameroun FOOT, Manchester United have now reached an agreement to sign 21-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion midfield powerhouse Carlos Baleba. It will be a huge boost for them if they manage to sign the talented youngster.
Baleba is highly rated in the Premier League, and he has the quality to play at the highest level. He could prove to be an exceptional acquisition for Manchester United. The 21-year-old has already shown his quality at Brighton, and he could hit the ground running at Manchester United as well. He is well settled in the Premier League.
Manchester United needed a quality central midfielder who can help them defensively and going forward as well, thus explaining their interest in the youngster. The 21-year-old has all the qualities to develop into a complete central midfielder. The former LOSC Lille prospect will help them break down opposition attacking moves, and he will drive the side as well.
He is excellent at taking on players in one-versus-one situations, driving the team forward, and carrying possession. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the next few days.
Manchester United need midfield additions
Manchester United have done well to improve their attacking unit, and it seems that they are now working to add more quality to the midfield. It remains to be seen how the situation unfolds. There is no doubt that Baleba is an elite talent, and Manchester United would do well to secure his signature. He could be a key player for the club in the years to come.
It is fair to assume that the player is likely to cost a substantial amount of money. There have been rumours that Manchester United might need to pay over the odds to get the deal done. Brighton will not want to lose a key player like him easily, and Manchester United might have to break the bank.
The report states that the deal could cost around €112 million. The 21-year-old will be tempted to join a big club, and he will look to hit the ground running. He will look to fight for trophies with Manchester United.