Manchester United reportedly was told that they would be charged a £104 million mammoth fee from Brighton to sign Carlos Valleva this summer. The Red Devils have shown considerable ambition, supporting a proven Premier League player in rebuilding under Reuben Amorim, and Valeva fits that type.
He has been impressed with the past two seasons at Brighton, and interest has been registered by fellow praisers from Old Trafford, With M Anchester City and Pep Guardiola, but the 21-year-old will be placed at Amex Stadium and may continue to advance under Fabian Hurzeler.
ESPN argues that the deal to bring Belba to United is even more complicated as Benjamin Sesco’s imminent £74 million signature puts an additional financial burden on the club. Additionally, Cameroon International reportedly is happy to be staying on the South Coast, and is thought to be more likely to have an exit next year.
Bringing midfielders like Baleba along with new goalkeepers is considered a priority at the M16. However, it is unlikely that they will sign such a huge financial spending, especially before the massive sales of Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, Rasmos Hozilund and Jadon Sancho.
Brighton is likely to demand a nine-figure fee, as he owes 20% of the £26 million profit he received in 2023.
The Seagulls have been happy sellers in recent years, with Joao Pedro, Marc Cucurella, Moises Caiceco and others all heading for Chelsea. Ben White, Eve Bizma and Alex Mac Alistair also set out for the traditional British “Big Six.”
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However, this summer, Brighton doesn’t want to sell, and Baleba will be signed with another one-year option until 2028. However, if he does not sign an extension, it may be more familiar during negotiations 12 months later.
Athletic claimed Wednesday that United had contacted via intermediaries to explore the terms of the potential deal for Valeva.
The understanding from all involved is that despite the desire for United and Valleva to be at the top of the list of candidates, the move is unrealistic.
Reuben Amorim already has Bruno Fernandez, Casemilo, Manuel Ugarte, Cobby Mine and Toby Korea calling in the middle. Collyer could leave the loan, and Ineos is already trying to make Casemiro go wrong in Saudi Arabia.
In November, Valeva dismissed speculation about his future amid connections with Liverpool, claiming that his sole focus is on Brighton. He told Sky Sports:
“If I can help my teammates, I will. If they help me, I will accept that I will move forward and develop that help. So I will work to help my team and advance for myself and for the future.
“In return, anyone who wants me to go to the highest level, if there is a big club that wants me, it doesn’t make me worried or excited.
“I don’t know if I’m going to be a star or the next big thing. There’s quite a lot to be a star for me. Everyone talks your name and sings your name?
