Manchester United hold talks with Brighton star Carlos Baleba’s representatives | OneFootball

Manchester United have reportedly held talks with Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba’s representatives ahead of the summer transfer window.

They wanted to bring the Seagulls star to Old Trafford last summer, but did not make an offer as his club wanted £120 million for him.

Baleba has struggled to impress this term but remains on United’s radar,

The Red Devils reached out to the 22-year-old’s representatives last month, but nothing has been concluded concerning a move.

Brighton are unlikely to get £120m for Baleba if they agree to sell him, but he will not be available for cheap.

The Cameroon international wants to join the Red Devils and agreeing personal terms will not be a problem.

However, the next permanent Man United manager will determine which midfielder he wants as the club look to replace Casemiro.

Newcastle United duo Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes are also on their radar, while Adam Wharton, Joao Gomes and Elliot Anderson are other options.

Many people have tipped Michael Carrick to get the job permanently after winning seven of his nine games in charge of the Red Devils.

The former Man United star will hope to recruit some of the best players around this summer if given the job, and how he feels about Baleba is unknown.

The youngster has been unable to hit the form of last season since the beginning of the season, with some observers citing the uncertainty over his future last summer as a key reason.

Man United need players who can perform optimally every week, no matter the pressure and circumstances, and Baleba has failed that test to date.