Manchester United has completed the signing of 22-year-old midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton for a transfer fee of roughly 80 miliónov eur, according to an official club announcement. The player signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford following the transfer.
Carlos Baleba Transfer Details and Brighton Fee
According to the club’s announcement, Brighton will receive approximately 75 miliónov, with the remaining balance dependent on performance-related bonuses. Baleba made 112 appearances in all competitions for Brighton after joining the Seagulls from French club Lille in 2023. During the previous season, he featured in 31 Premier League matches, starting 23 of them. He is currently working his way back to full match fitness following an ankle injury.
Manchester United Midfield Rebuild Under Michael Carrick
The acquisition of Baleba completes a major midfield overhaul for the Red Devils on Tuesday, following earlier arrivals Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Speaking to the official Manchester United website, Baleba expressed enthusiasm about joining the squad and working with manager Michael Carrick. “His experience and knowledge of the game make him the perfect coach to help me reach the highest level,” Baleba told the club’s website. “The ambitions of everyone in the team are extremely clear, the future is immensely exciting.”
Did you know? Carlos Baleba played 112 total matches for Brighton after arriving from French club Lille in 2023 before making his multi-million-euro switch to Old Trafford.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did Manchester United pay for Carlos Baleba?
According to official club details, the transfer fee is roughly 80 miliónov eur, with Brighton receiving approximately 75 miliónov upfront and the rest tied to bonuses.
How long is Carlos Baleba’s contract at Manchester United?
Baleba has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford.
Which other midfielders joined Manchester United alongside Baleba?
According to the club announcements, Red Devils added Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos to their squad prior to completing the Baleba signing.
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