• Manchester United signs Carlos Baleba on a five-year contract from Brighton.
• The transfer fee is reported to be around £70 million ($95 million).
• Baleba is expected to strengthen United's midfield, previously led by Casemiro.
• The 22-year-old midfielder ranked among the best in tackles and interceptions last season.

Manchester United has officially signed 22-year-old Cameroon international midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion, with the contract lasting until 2031 and an option for an additional year. Reports indicate that the deal could be worth up to £70 million ($95 million), which marks a continued investment in strengthening the squad for the Premier League club, according to Reuters, Al Jazeera, and Africa News.

Baleba's arrival comes in the wake of significant team changes, including the departures of star midfielder Casemiro and an injury to Manuel Ugarte. The midfielder has made a name for himself in the Premier League, ranking highly for tackles and interceptions last season. Manchester United expressed confidence in his abilities, citing his status among the elite in these metrics, according to Al Jazeera and Africa News.

Following the initial excitement, Baleba shared his emotional response regarding his new role. “It is an incredible feeling to join the club of my dreams. Playing at Old Trafford is always special,” he stated, highlighting the significance of this opportunity for his career. With the addition of Baleba, along with previous signings like Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, United aims to revitalize their midfield ahead of the competitive season, as reported by Reuters, Al Jazeera, and Africa News.