Fabian Hurzeler said he is extremely confident that Carlos Baleba will remain with Brighton this season despite heavy interest from Manchester United. After big spending on revitalising their attacking options, United have now turned their attention to bolstering their midfield, with Baleba emerging as a top target.

Brighton and Hove Albion manager Fabian Hurzeler is "very, very confident" that Manchester United target Carlos Baleba will remain at the club this summer. The Red Devils are eyeing an audacious swoop for Baleba, but there is an acceptance among all parties that a deal is incredibly difficult to do.

Manchester United have been heavily linked with a transfer approach for Brighton's Carlos Baleba since adding Benjamin Sesko to their squad