Manchester United are forced to look elsewhere after their pursuit of Carlos Baleba is completely off due to Brighton's high demands.

There's still some quality players on the market.

Fabrizio Romano revealed Man Utd still intend to sign Baleba despite Brighton making a deal this summer impossible, and reports have detailed the club's midfield masterplan with a new face expected to

The Manchester Evening News reported on Friday that United were unlikely to complete a deal for Baleba before the transfer window shuts on Monday, September 1. It's understood that Brighton will want at least £100m for the Cameroonian as they look to repeat the business that saw Moises Caicedo leave them for Chelsea.

Manchester United will find it tough to sign Carlos Baleba this summer - but they may have the perfect Plan B.

Manchester United have been told to turn their attention to Crystal Palace ace Adam Wharton as they look to sign a new midfielder this summer.

Man United are keen to sign Carlos Baleba, who is top of their midfield wishlist, but Rio Ferdinand has urged fans to keep their expectations in check

Man Utd have identified multiple exciting alternatives to Carlos Baleba as Brighton continue to make things difficult amid the club's interest in the midfielder