Man Utd close in on Baleba as third summer signing

Manchester United are closing in on Brighton's Carlos Baleba to bolster their midfield before the season starts.

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What happened. Manchester United are closing in on signing Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, with a deal expected before the new season. This would be their third signing after Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.

• United first explored a transfer for Baleba last summer.
• Carrick has been targeting a playmaker and left-back this summer.
• Newcastle's Lewis Hall remains a primary left-back target but the Magpies are reluctant to sell.

A deal would strengthen United's midfield ahead of the season, with Carrick keen to add another playmaker.

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