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Carlos Baleba Says Transfer Talk Hurt Form as Manchester United Links Expected to Reignite

The Brighton midfielder says earlier speculation affected his form, leaving him determined to focus solely on Brighton.

Overview

  • Baleba told Sky Sports he feels more relaxed now and acknowledged that the transfer noise around him earlier in the season weighed on his performances.
  • Manchester United were widely reported to have agreed personal terms last summer, but Brighton’s valuation of about £100 million deterred a deal.
  • Media coverage indicates United will revisit midfield options in the summer with Casemiro reported to be leaving when his contract expires.
  • Baleba has appeared in all but six Premier League matches this season, with his absences due to Africa Cup of Nations duty with Cameroon.
  • Brighton are 14th in the Premier League and seven points clear of the relegation zone, and United are also being linked with Elliot Anderson, Sandro Tonali and Adam Wharton.