Man Utd close in on Baleba as Carrick eyes left-back

Michael Carrick's midfield rebuild is nearly done, but a new left-back could follow.

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What happened. Manchester United are progressing on a deal for Brighton's Carlos Baleba, but he won't be ready for Saturday's opener against Hull City.

• Baleba would join Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans in midfield.
• United are expected to explore a move for a new left-back after this deal.
• There's still more than a week to complete transfers.

United fans await further signings as the transfer window nears its close.

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