Manchester United are interested in signing Brighton midfielder Carlos Valleva, and the Seagulls reportedly want more than £100 million for a highly rated 21-year-old
Brighton is demanding Carlos Valleva for 120 million euros (£104 million), and Manchester United is keeping an eye on the midfielder’s move. The Red Devils have made contact with Brighton via Baleba, but are aware that the deal could be unrealistic this summer.
United have spent more than £130 million so far this summer introducing Brian Mbeumo, Matthew Cunya and Diego Leon, but Benjamin Sesco is set to complete a £74 million move to Old Trafford after plunging into the UK for medical care.
However, Reuben Amorim hopes to continue strengthening his team, and the United boss is a huge fan of Valeva. According to ESPN, Brighton has set a £104 million asking price for a 21-year-old.
The report says that both United and Manchester City are interested in Valeva and claim that the Red Devils’ Cesco move would make it “more difficult” to sign Cameroon International.
Baleba is also said to be happy to stay in Brighton for another season. When Baleba leaves Brighton, he becomes the latest player after impressing the seagulls.
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Moises Caicedo, Marc Cucurella and Joao Pedro were all signed by Chelsea in recent seasons, but Arsenal previously raided Brighton for Ben White and Leandro Torosard.
Alexis Mac Alistair became the Premier League winner after leaving Brighton for Liverpool, but Tottenham spent about £30 million to sign Eve Bisma. Baleba was impressed by his three seasons at Brighton, signed by Lille in 2023 to replace Caiceceo.
When asked about Baleba’s future, Brighton CEO Paul Barber told BBC Sussex:
“So, from that point of view, speculation is speculation, we always try to make sure we sell not only the players, but the best players for us, at the right time.
“We don’t want to sell the best players. Carlos is an incredible talent that goes on years ahead of him. We hope he will be here for years to come. But as always, he’s subjective to the dynamics of the world of football that is not always predictable.”
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