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Baleba ankle injury clouds Brighton start, £75m fee doubtful

8/6/2026

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Carlos Baleba’s ankle ligament injury doubts his start to Brighton’s 2026-27 season.
The injury forced him to miss Brighton’s 4-3 pre-season friendly win over Strasbourg.
Brighton opens with a League qualifier on August 20 versus Tromso or CFR Cluj, facing Aston Villa three days later.
Brighton values him at £80-£100 million, seeks over £75 million, and doubts United will meet the fee.

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Carlos Baleba’s ankle ligament injury doubts his start to Brighton’s 2026-27 season.
The injury forced him to miss Brighton’s 4-3 pre-season friendly win over Strasbourg.
Brighton opens with a League qualifier on August 20 versus Tromso or CFR Cluj, facing Aston Villa three days later.
Brighton values him at £80-£100 million, seeks over £75 million, and doubts United will meet the fee.