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Could Carlos Baleba make Manchester United debut against Brighton?
Aug 28 2026 18:48 · By onefootball.com · 2 Reads
Carlos Baleba could make his Manchester United debut against Albion, with Michael Carrick sketching out a potential return following an ankle issue.
According to TheArgus.co.uk, the new £70 million midfielder may be available around the time Brighton visit Old Trafford in the Carabao Cup, with the tie expected to be scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, three weeks from now, though it has not been confirmed.
Carrick said United are delighted to have Baleba, describing him as a signing with huge potential and an exciting profile. He felt the midfielder’s qualities and attributes add balance to the group, bringing different strengths and combinations.
On the layoff, Carrick called it a minor ankle problem that the club already knew about and indicated a short wait. He added it would be great to have Baleba back when they can.
The United manager was speaking ahead of a home league match against Ipswich.
Source: TheArgus.co.uk
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