Manchester United have shown an interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba ahead of the summer transfer window, but they are now eyeing another of Fabian Hurzeler's squad, according to TEAMtalk.
It's no secret that United are going to be in the market for a new midfielder in the summer, but we could see them bring in reinforcements in multiple positions later this year.
The Red Devils will be looking to back a potential new manager, with Michael Carrick only brought in on a deal until the end of the season.
United have shown vast improvement under Carrick, which might lessen the need to bring in new additions, but the hierarchy will want the Manchester club competing for Premier League titles, not just European places.
Man Utd Eyeing Double Brighton Raid
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According to a report from TEAMtalk, United are interested in signing Brighton goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, who is currently on loan at Frank Lampard's Coventry City.
The Seagulls are considering making Rushworth their number one goalkeeper next season, with current stopper Bart Verbruggen attracting interest from the likes of Tottenham.
Rushworth has now amassed over 200 games on loan, and Brighton clearly feel that he's ready to make the step up.
Manchester United are eyeing another Brighton star in Baleba, who could be available for a fee of around £75m in the summer. Whether the Red Devils could complete a double Brighton deal remains to be seen, but it won't be easy for them to prise both away from the club.
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Brighton's Stance on Rushworth
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Brighton's stance on Rushworth is a bit of a mixed bag for United in terms of how they'll feel about the goalkeeper.
On one hand, it's a positive sign that the Seagulls rate Rushworth enough to potentially sanction the sale of Verbruggen and bring him in as a number one.
On the other hand, Brighton reportedly believe he is a 'highly-rated' goalkeeper, and that could mean it's tricky for United to get him for a reasonable fee.
United are undoubtedly only considering Rushworth as a backup option, due to the form of Senne Lammens, so spending a significant fee wouldn't make a lot of sense.
Rushworth's Career at Brighton So Far
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GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT to provide a rundown of Rushworth's career so far.
Began in youth setups at Huddersfield Town and FC Halifax Town before signing for Brighton & Hove Albion in 2019.
Multiple loan spells: Worthing, Walsall, Lincoln City, Swansea City (stand-out Championship season), Hull City, and Coventry City.
At Swansea won Supporters’ & Players’ Player of the Year in 2023/24.
At Coventry set a club record for minutes without conceding.
England youth international; part of the England U21s that won the 2023 European Championship.
Yet to make a Brighton first-team appearance; tipped for future Premier League opportunity.