"Man Utd have been linked with a whole host of names in that position in recent times, with Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton also thought to be firmly on their radar. Baleba is also a United target, and it seems Ighalo feels he'd be the best option for his former club to take as they look to strengthen in that all-important area of Ruben Amorim's squad."
"I still think they need a box-to-box midfielder who can complement Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro in there. You know, someone who can use the ball, pass, run, tackle all of that. I really like the Brighton player they are linked to, Carlos Baleba. United have already brought in a couple of names in Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbuemo who know the league well, and Baleba would be another one who I think would be a smart signing for the club."
"I've watched a lot of him, and his work rate is very similar to Moises Caicedo, who Chelsea also signed from Brighton. That work rate, that willingness to do the dirty work they need a player like this. Casemiro does some of the dirty work, but I think you need someone who can learn from him and step into the role when he leaves the club. For me, Baleba is that guy."
Carlos Baleba is presented as a box-to-box midfielder who can complement Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro through ball use, passing, running and tackling. Manchester United have multiple midfield targets including Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton while already signing Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbuemo. Baleba's high work rate and willingness to do defensive "dirty work" draw comparisons with Moises Caicedo. A dynamic midfielder with those attributes could learn from Casemiro and step into his role when he departs. Baleba has shown glimpses of top-level potential and would address United's need for a hardworking central midfielder.
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