Manchester United finalize Carlos Baleba transfer for £65m, signaling shift to patient recruitment

Published Aug 22, 11:19 AM UTC

According to TA journalist David Ornstein, Manchester United have finalized the transfer of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba for a total of around £65 million, including £60 million fixed and £5 million in add-ons. Last season, Brighton's asking price was £115 million, on par with Moisés Caicedo's valuation. Manchester United chose to wait rather than meet the high demand, and eventually secured the deal at a far lower price in the final stages of the transfer window. This move demonstrates a shift in Manchester United's recruitment strategy toward patience and financial prudence, avoiding excessive premiums and aiming for better value in the market.