Manchester United ‘to line up’ £50m move for Brighton’s Ferdi Kadioglu

Manchester United are preparing a second raid on Brighton, lining up a £50m move for full-back Ferdi Kadioglu after sealing Carlos Baleba.

According to Goal.com, talks have begun over a potential £50m deal, with Kadioglu identified as the first-choice option at left-back. Previous reporting in Türkiye pointed to a £40m offer and a 10% sell-on due to Fenerbahce, which could be driving Brighton’s valuation.

Brighton are reported to be closing in on Young Boys left-back Jaouen Hadjam, a move seen as cover should Kadioglu depart. Head coach Fabian Hurzeler is due to face the media later this week before their Tromso second leg, which may offer clarity.

Kadioglu joined Brighton in August 2024 for £24m. After injuries limited his first season, he made 42 appearances across all competitions in 2025/26, establishing himself as the preferred left-back.

United have a midweek break after Saturday’s heavy defeat to Hull City, a reset for Michael Carrick and his squad. Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans struggled, which may see Kobbie Mainoo restored to the XI.

Baleba is nursing an ankle problem and is likely to miss a few weeks before his debut. Kadioglu sat out Brighton’s win over Aston Villa on Sunday with a minor issue after playing 87 minutes days earlier.

United visit Ipswich Town next as the recruitment team work on the Kadioglu pursuit. Supporters will watch for movement on the negotiations before the window shuts.

Source: Goal.com

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