United have reached out to see if a deal might be feasible, and while Brighton are resisting any efforts to unsettle their £100 million-rated midfielder, sources indicate Baleba is enthusiastic about the prospect of joining Ruben Amorim’s project.
Baleba, who came to Brighton from Lille two years ago, has rapidly made a name for himself as one of the most thrilling young midfielders in the Premier League.
His athleticism and calmness under pressure have garnered acclaim throughout the league and attracted interest from several top clubs.
United are eager to act swiftly and secure a leading position, even if finalizing a deal proves challenging this summer. Club officials are pragmatic about Brighton’s position but believe that laying the groundwork could yield benefits in the near future.
It is understood that Liverpool are considered United’s primary competitors for Baleba’s signature at this moment.
Manchester City and Tottenham have also been tracking Baleba’s development, but for the time being, any contest seems to be centered on United and Liverpool.
Brighton, as anticipated, is holding firm since being approached by agents representing United. They face no pressure to sell and continue to regard 21-year-old Baleba as a crucial component in their strategy.
For United, the interest in Baleba is part of a broader midfield overhaul under Amorim.
The club is aiming for greater physicality and dynamism in the midfield, and Baleba perfectly fits that profile. He has been on the list of targets for some time, but it was generally believed he would be beyond their reach.
That may still turn out to be true, but United is quietly optimistic that the player’s eagerness to join them could be a game-changer - if not now, then later.
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