Cameroon’s Baleba joins as Man Utd boost midfield options
Carlos Baleba's athleticism and combative style offer key qualities needed to rebuild the midfield after Casemiro's departure.
Manchester United have bolstered their midfield with the signing of Carlos Baleba from Brighton for £70 million. This brings the Red Devils' total of summer midfield acquisitions to three, following the signings of Belgian Youri Tielemans and Brazilian Andrey Santos. The 22-year-old Cameroon international has signed a five-year deal with an option for an additional year.
United confirmed Baleba's arrival, subject to registration, and highlighted his talent and potential. However, United had previously rejected Brighton's £100 million asking price a year ago. Baleba expressed his excitement about joining the club he has dreamed of, praising Old Trafford and former midfielder Michael Carrick for his coaching abilities.
United's director of football, Jason Wilcox, emphasized Baleba's unique qualities and how he will enhance the new-look midfield behind captain Bruno Fernandes. The new signing is expected to compete with Tielemans, Santos, and Kobbie Mainoo for the two starting roles in the midfield. Baleba will be sidelined for at least mid-September due to a pre-season ankle ligament injury.
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