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.