CaughtOffside reported that Brighton midfielder, Cameroonian Carlos Baleba, is preparing to submit an official transfer request in the upcoming period, amid strong interest from Manchester United in signing him.

The source explained that Baleba, who has caught the attention of major clubs after his impressive performances with Brighton, intends to push for a departure during the next transfer window, as the player's agent is expected to hold a crucial meeting with Brighton's management next month to discuss his future.

The report indicated that Brighton's management may face difficulties in retaining the player if he insists on leaving the club, especially with Manchester United's strong desire to acquire him in the near future.

According to the same source, Baleba is one of the top names on Manchester United's table to strengthen the midfield, alongside other players such as Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest and Lucien Agoume from Sevilla, but the Cameroonian star remains the preferred choice for the Red Devils' management.