{"id":268359,"date":"2025-11-17T19:48:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T19:48:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/268359\/"},"modified":"2025-11-17T19:48:28","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T19:48:28","slug":"man-utd-quoted-nearly-60million-less-to-sign-carlos-baleba-alternative-in-january","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/268359\/","title":{"rendered":"Man Utd quoted nearly \u00a360MILLION less to sign Carlos Baleba alternative in January"},"content":{"rendered":"

Manchester United have been linked with further reinforcements in January and a bargain midfield signing might be under their noses after interest in Carlos Baleba<\/p>\n

14:57, 17 Nov 2025Updated 16:22, 17 Nov 2025<\/p>\n

\"JoaoReports in Portugal suggest that Joao Gomes is open to a move to Manchester United(Image: Wolves via Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes as a potential January signing, in a deal that would be worth \u00a360million less than Carlos Baleba. The Red Devils have been mooted with a possible move for the Brighton<\/a> & Hove Albion star but reports suggest that they would want around \u00a3104million (\u20ac120m) for the Cameroon international.<\/p>\n

According to media outlet Record <\/a>in Portugal, Gomes would be open to leaving the Premier League<\/a> strugglers to join United and has had a \u00a344million price tag slapped on his head ahead of the winter window.<\/p>\n

Wolves<\/a> ‘ precarious position in England’s top-flight has been suggested as a potential bargaining tool for the former Flamengo midfielder as Daily Mail<\/a> reports that United were priced out of moves for Baleba and Conor Gallagher<\/a> during the summer transfer window.<\/p>\n

Ruben Amorim enjoyed a summer splurge as he added much-needed reinforcements into his side, in the form of Senne Lammens, Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha from Wolves.<\/p>\n

READ MORE: Man Utd star axed by Ruben Amorim compared to Cristiano Ronaldo after turnaround<\/a>\"\"\/<\/p>\n

OPINION<\/p>\n

Their spending tipped \u00a3230million after the additions, but so far, they have reaped the rewards after looking for a response following their worst top-flight performances in decades. United finished 14th last term and missed out on European qualification, via the trap door, after losing in the Europa League<\/a> final to Tottenham<\/a> Hotspur.<\/p>\n

After adding quality in attack and between the sticks, it has been widely dubbed that the midfield will be their next focus as Casemiro reaches the twilight of his football career, turning 34 in February. Several players are said to be on United’s wishlist, however, Gomes offers them a much cheaper option and could be available as early as January.<\/p>\n

The Mail also adds that England starlets Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson are on the radar, with both midfielders enjoying superb campaigns for Crystal Palace<\/a> and Nottingham Forest<\/a>, respectively, though they could cost close to \u00a3100m and any deal would likely have to wait until next summer.<\/p>\n

Their performances in the Premier League have led to the pair being in high demand, and the calls for the duo to be on the plane for this summer’s World Cup will likely inflate their already lofty price tags.<\/p>\n

ESPN, <\/a>meanwhile, has previously reported that both Manchester<\/a> clubs are keen on Baleba. It was said that Pep Guardiola<\/a> is a long-time admirer of the midfielder, with both clubs set to battle it out for his signature.<\/p>\n

\"ElliotMan United are interested in both Elliot Anderson and Carlos Baleba(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n

In the summer, it was suggested that Brighton would demand \u00a3104million for his services, but after staying put at the AMEX Stadium, it remains to be seen what the figures will be with the midfielder in high demand.<\/p>\n

Seagulls boss Fabian Hurzeler has admitted that this season, his form has been impacted by a summer of transfer speculation.<\/p>\n

He said last month: “I think it’s normal for a young player when the media creates the noise around him,’ he said. ‘It’s not easy for this player to handle it.<\/p>\n

“Therefore, we need to give him the time and support so he comes back to his best performance.<\/p>\n

“But he’s a young player and I think that’s something we have to accept, that young players don’t always have the face we want to see.”<\/p>\n

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