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Carlos Baleba Transfer from Brighton & Hove Albion to Liverpool
Transfer insider Dean Jones has revealed that Liverpool have shown interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. Brighton have reduced their asking price from £100m to £87m. Jones reported that Liverpool have been monitoring Baleba’s situation closely, along with Manchester United, Tottenham and Manchester City.
Liverpool have joined Manchester United and Tottenham in pursuing the transfer of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. Baleba remains a top target for a number of big clubs despite suffering a slight dip in form for Brighton this season. According to sources, the Cameroon international could cost as much as €100m. Initial enquiries have been made for Baleba this month. A source stated that Brighton is receiving multiple enquiries for Baleba this month, adding that while some teams would like to sign him in January, a transfer will not be possible. The source also stated that it is not expected he will stay beyond the summer.
According to Team Talk, Brighton & Hove Albion chiefs are expecting numerous clubs to make enquiries about Baleba in January. In addition to United, Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur are all interested in the midfielder. Baleba is only likely to move if Brighton lower their £100m (€115m) demands.
Liverpool are linked with a move for Carlos Baleba, a Manchester United transfer target. According to Anfield Watch, Liverpool are looking to strengthen their midfield and Baleba is high on the club’s list. Liverpool have been long-term admirers of the player and were also monitoring his situation in the summer. Arne Slot’s side was also ready to make an offer before Brighton’s stance became known. It is reported that Liverpool have entered the competition to sign the 21-year-old.
Liverpool are believed to be tracking Carlos Baleba, and there is a chance they could step up to make that more active at the end of the season. Both clubs are keen on the Brighton player, who could cost over £100m.
Team Talk reports that Carlos Baleba, who would cost a fee in excess of £100m, is a player under Liverpool’s watchful eye, but at this moment in time, Wharton is seen as the more sensible option by Liverpool chiefs.
According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool are expected to enter the race for Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba, who is valued at over £100 million. The Reds could have an edge over Manchester United, who have long been linked with the player, in negotiations in 2026.
According to TEAMtalk sources, Liverpool could rival Manchester United for Carlos Baleba's signature. Liverpool are going to watch Baleba closely this season in case they decide to add to their midfield at the end of the season, and their admiration could turn into something more concrete. Brighton remain firm in their position that Baleba is not for sale, and it would take a huge bid to change their minds. It could take a bid north of £100m for the Seagulls to consider letting Baleba go, with the club using their £115m sale of Moises Caicedo to Chelsea in 2023 as a reference point.
Liverpool are preparing serious advances to sign Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba in the January transfer window. The club admires Baleba. Brighton's owner and manager have stated Baleba is not for sale, valuing him highly, and the club has a policy of demanding record fees or retaining players. No agreement has been reached yet.
Goal.com reports on Brighton's decision to set a £100 million price tag on Carlos Baleba amid interest from Liverpool. Brighton have reportedly placed a £100 million price tag on Carlos Baleba amid interest from Liverpool.
Liverpool are considering lodging a formal bid for Carlos Baleba from Brighton, which could match the Premier League's all-time transfer record of £115m. Liverpool is undeterred by this figure as they seek a new central midfielder.
Carlos Baleba is being monitored by Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United, according to reports. Brighton are reportedly willing to listen to offers of around €65m (£55m). His existing deal at the AMEX Stadium runs until 2028, while there is an option for a further year. Baleba has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €11.5m.
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