Manchester United has officially announced the acquisition of midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton. The club confirmed the transfer details, which include an initial fee of £65 million, with an additional £5 million potentially due in add-ons. Brighton will also retain a sell-on clause as part of the agreement.

Transfer Details

Baleba's transfer was reported by The Athletic, which noted that the player was set to undergo a medical examination with Manchester United shortly after an agreement was reached with Brighton. Prior to the medical, Baleba had verbally agreed to personal terms with his new club.

Current Status

At 22 years old, Baleba is currently sidelined due to an ankle ligament injury he sustained during pre-season. As a result, he missed Brighton’s recent goalless draw.

This signing marks a significant addition to Manchester United's squad as they look to bolster their midfield options for the upcoming season.