Manchester United are willing to offer a member of Ruben Amorim’s ‘bomb squad’ in a stunning £120m deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

Cameroon international Baleba is believed to be United’s top transfer target for the midfield position.

The 21-year-old has enjoyed two impressive seasons at Brighton since his £23m move from Ligue 1 side Lille in 2023.

Baleba made just 21 league appearances for Lille but has quickly developed into one of the most highly-rated midfielders in the Premier League and a top target for Manchester United.

United have spent almost £200m on attacking players this summer, bringing Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha to Old Trafford.

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