Carlos Baleba remains firmly on Manchester United's radar as the club considers a renewed bid for the Brighton midfielder. Reports indicate that Brighton is contemplating a reduction in their hefty £100m asking price, which could reignite interest from several top clubs, notably the Red Devils.

United is in the market for midfield reinforcements following the departure of Casemiro and the injury to Manuel Ugarte. They have already secured Andrey Santos from Chelsea, but the addition of Baleba could provide a significant boost to their squad.

Despite a dip in form over the past year, which saw Baleba occasionally sidelined from the Seagulls' starting lineup, his potential remains undeniable. His impressive performances last season had initially attracted interest from several elite European teams, particularly Manchester United.

Key points to consider:

• Brighton's willingness to negotiate their £100m asking price.
• The impact of the Santos deal on Baleba's potential transfer.
• Baleba's fluctuating form and his ability to still attract interest from top clubs.

As the situation develops, it will be intriguing to see how low Brighton might go and whether United will act swiftly to secure Baleba's services.