Manchester United are in the middle of their preparations for their Premier League opener against Arsenal at Old Trafford but transfer still remain on the agenda for the Red Devils

Fabrizio Romano revealed Man Utd still intend to sign Baleba despite Brighton making a deal this summer impossible, and reports have detailed the club's midfield masterplan with a new face expected to

Manchester United will go after Carlos Baleba again next year after pulling the plug on their pursuit of the midfielder this summer. United, who were keen on signing the youngster in this window at Ruben Amorim's behest,

Brighton are keen to keep hold of Baleba, who is under contract until 2028 with the option of a further 12 months, and warned United it would take a fee around the £115 million ($156 million) Chelsea paid to sign Moisés Caicedo two years ago to get a deal for Baleba over the line.

We’ve identified six players that Manchester United could target as an alternative to Baleba. Manchester United were frequently linked with the Belgian powerhouse when he was at Everton. Onana ended up going to Aston Villa, while Manuel Ugarte bolstered Erik ten Hag’s midfield last summer. Penny for their thoughts on how that one worked out now.

All the latest Manchester United news, views and transfer rumours ahead of the Premier League's return against Arsenal

Manchester United's interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba has left former team-mates Rio Ferdinand and Roy Keane at odds on whether they should pursue a transfer

Brighton are braced for an imminent approach from Manchester United for Carlos Baleba, though a fresh report claims the Red Devils have hatched a new plan of action.

Manchester United Cool Interest in Carlos Baleba as Brighton Stand FirmManchester United’s search for a defensive midfielder has stalled, with their top target Carlos Baleba set to remain at