- Carlos Baleba has completed a £70 million transfer from Brighton to Manchester United, but his debut will be delayed by approximately three weeks due to a pre-existing ankle injury.
- Manchester United manager Michael Carrick confirmed the club were fully aware of the 22-year-old Cameroon international's ankle problem prior to the signing and stressed that it is not a major issue.
- Baleba could potentially make his debut against his former club Brighton in the Carabao Cup or during United's Premier League fixture against Fulham on 20 September.
- United director of football Jason Wilcox described Baleba as an elite midfielder, while Carrick expressed excitement over the player's immense potential and unique attributes that will complement the squad.
- Ahead of Sunday's Premier League home match against Ipswich, Carrick provided further squad news, confirming that Amad Diallo remains ruled out while Mason Mount has returned to training.
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