Fabian Hurzeler says he is ‘more than 100 per cent confident’ that Carlos Baleba will still be a Brighton player when the transfer window closes.
Baleba, 21, has established himself as one of the most exciting young talents in Premier League football over the last two seasons having swapped Lille for Brighton in 2023.
But Baleba’s performances have begun to attract the attentions of England’s elite and speculation has been mounting that midfielder could be set for the exit door at the Amex Stadium.
It’s understood Manchester United made an approach for Baleba earlier this month, before testing Brighton’s resolve with a player-plus-cash offer to lure the youngster to Old Trafford.
The Red Devils’ bid was rejected out of hand, though, with Brighton reportedly demanding a fee in excess of