Manchester United eye October debut for new signing Carlos Baleba

Manchester United have effectively completed the transfer of 22-year-old Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton, after the Seagulls reduced their valuation following his injury. Sources say Baleba cleared his medical and signed, with the club planning a formal announcement shortly. Although United suffered a 0-2 loss to Hull on opening day, the new signing will not be available immediately; he is projected to be fit around mid-September, coinciding with fixtures against Manchester City and Fulham.

a journalist at one outlet notes the three-week international break could push his debut to October, giving him time to adjust and recover fully. Michael Carrick is cautioned against hastening his return, as Baleba's impact relies on his physical presence. The most plausible first appearance is slated for the October 10 home game versus Tottenham Hotspur.