According to IndyKaila News, Liverpool are gearing up to make a serious move for Brighton & Hove Albion’s midfielder Carlos Baleba during the January transfer window. The 21-year-old Cameroonian has caught the attention of Premier League clubs with his impressive performances. While he was previously linked to Manchester United, Liverpool now appear ready to challenge Brighton’s position halfway through the season.
Liverpool’s interest in Baleba isn’t entirely new. Earlier this summer, reports from sources like RousingTheKop indicated that although Liverpool admired the player, they were unlikely to pursue him aggressively during that transfer period, partly because Brighton had made it clear they didn’t want to sell.
Now, the situation seems to be evolving. Baleba’s rising value and form, combined with Brighton’s stance, suggest the January window might be a more feasible time for clubs like Liverpool to explore a potential deal.
Brighton’s owner Tony Bloom and manager Fabian Hurzeler have recently emphasized that Baleba is not for sale and highly valued. Manchester United’s efforts during the summer reportedly faced pushback, especially regarding Brighton’s asking price, which was at or above £100 million.
Brighton’s usual approach in cases like this—seen in previous star departures—has been to either demand record fees or keep the player rather than selling too soon.
Liverpool could have an edge in signing the Brighton star soon, as the interest from the Reds may influence Baleba’s decision.
Although Baleba was open to a move to Manchester United during the summer, Brighton’s resistance led him to wait patiently instead of pushing for a transfer.
Now, the young and versatile midfielder may finally get his chance for a big move, with Liverpool poised to pursue him in January.
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