Mount injury forces Man Utd to chase Baleba

Mason Mount's setback has Manchester United scrambling for another midfielder.

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What happened. Manchester United are reportedly close to signing Brighton's Carlos Baleba after Mason Mount suffered an injury in pre-season, prompting a transfer U-turn.

• United already signed Andrey Santos (£50m) and Youri Tielemans (£35m).
• Mount had impressed in pre-season, sparking internal debate about his role.
• Baleba was a long-term target, but the injury accelerated the move.

United may finalize the Baleba deal soon to bolster midfield depth.

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