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.