Manchester United Cool Interest in Carlos Baleba and Alex Scott Over High Transfer Fees
Manchester United have stepped back from pursuing Brighton's Carlos Baleba and Bournemouth's Alex Scott due to what the club considers excessive asking prices. Brighton values Baleba near £100 million, while United's internal valuation is closer to £50 million after an inconsistent season. Bournemouth has also placed Scott in a price range United deems unrealistic, despite the midfielder rejecting a new contract. United have already signed Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos this window but still seek a defensive-minded midfielder. Fulham's Sander Berge, valued below £40 million, has emerged as a more affordable alternative. The club's recruitment team appears determined to avoid overpaying for young, Premier League-proven talent, with the squad also needing reinforcements at left-back and in attack. The Guardian reports United also view moves for Roma's Manu Koné and Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga as unlikely at current prices of £60-80 million.
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