Manchester United’s search for midfield reinforcements has taken another twist. The club had apparently made Brighton’s Carlos Baleba their prime target, but the asking price of more than £100 million left the deal out of reach. With time running out in the summer window, the Red Devils are now looking at a cheaper but still effective solution.

While it looks unlikely Manchester United will strike a deal for Carlos Baleba this month, a clause in his contract could continue to complicate proceedings for the Brighton midfielder in the future