CARLOS BALEBA NEWS

Brighton's Fabian Hurzeler challenges Carlos Baleba to 'overcome' the distraction of Man Utd rumours Fabian Hurzeler said part of Carlos Baleba’s development is to overcome the distraction of being linked to Manchester United and focus on wh...

OCTOBER 24 • SKY.COM

Midfield anchor Baleba has started in six of his seven appearances this season for 355 minutes of play.

Impact Baleba is back to a mainstay role in the midfield for a second season in a row, only missing out on one start through seven matches this campaign. However, the midfielder serves in more of a defensive role, killing his production, with only three shots and two chances created in the attack to pair with his six clearances, seven tackles and eight interceptions in the defense. This is a role that should remain, unlikely to falter from his spot this season, but also unlikely to earn many goal contributions.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Could only play one half Baleba was substituted at halftime of Saturday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham due to tiredness, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in a press conference. "He just felt tired. I think that ev...

Impact Baleba is still a young player and needs to build on his fitness at the beginning of the season as he looks to confirm his breakout campaign from last year with the Seagulls. The midfielder is still not at full fitness and was substituted at halftime against Spurs on Saturday as he needs more time to reach full sharpness and complete a full Premier League match.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play again Baleba is an option for Saturday's match against Everton as he works back from an injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "It's very positive for Carlos. Of course, we needed...

Impact Baleba started in Brighton's season opener after he was dealt an injury heading into the season, with the midfielder limited to 69 minutes of play. However, the club is continuing to ramp up his fitness to ensure his health moving forward, with the midfielder set to play again Saturday. That said, they will hope he is good for 90 minutes, as he is set to be a regular in the middle of the pitch.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Baleba (knee) makes the starting XI for Saturday's opener against Fulham.

Impact Baleba starts in the midfield for the season opener against Fulham after recovering from a recent knee injury that kept him out of the preseason friendlies. The youngster had returned to team training last Friday and looked fit enough to earn a place in the starting XI.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Option to start Saturday Baleba (knee) is an option to start the season opener against Fulham on Saturday, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus.

Impact Baleba suffered a knee injury that ruled him out of the recent friendlies but has reportedly been training with the team since last Friday. The midfielder will be an option to start in the midfield for the season opener against Fulham on Saturday. Coach Fabian Hurzeler said he is confident that Baleba will remain a Seagull for the upcoming season, as the talented youngster has been linked to a potential move this summer.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Deals with knee injury Baleba is dealing with a knee injury sustained during the pre-season camp in Marbella but has been training in recent days and will be back for the season opener against Fulham, co...

Impact Baleba has not been involved in the recent friendlies since he suffered a knee injury during the training camp in Marbella. The midfielder was back in team training on Friday and Saturday and will likely be available for the season opener against Fulham on Saturday, although his situation will continue to be monitored as he is also linked to a potential move during the summer transfer window.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Explained: Why Carlos Baleba was absent from Brighton squad for pre-season friendly amid Man Utd interest | Goal.com US Carlos Baleba missed Brighton's third consecutive pre-season friendly match against Wolfsburg on Saturday amid transfer links to Manchester...

AUGUST 9 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd mean business! Red Devils approach Brighton over ambitious Carlos Baleba transfer after closing in on Benjamin Sesko | Goal.com US Manchester United have opened talks with Brighton to sign 21-year-old Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba this summer. Baleba is one of the...

AUGUST 6 • GOAL.COM

Makes 31 starts Baleba started in 31 of his 34 appearances with Brighton in the Premier League.

Impact Baleba finally entrenched himself as a regular starter in his second year with the Seagulls. He was a reliable presence in midfield, scoring three goals, delivering one assist and contributing on the defensive end as well. Baleba has been linked with a move away from Brighton in the summer, but if he stays, he should be a regular for the club.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Buries one in victory Carlos Baleba scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus West Ham United.

Impact Baleba netted his first goal in 19 league games, and his third of the season. This also marked his first game with a shot on target in three outings, and his second consecutive game without accounting for a chance created. Additionally he racked up his second-highest total of the campaign with 63 completed passes in the victory.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Started against Chelsea Baleba started and played 75 minutes during the 2-1 FA Cup win against Chelsea.

Impact Baleba returned from a minor injury and started against Chelsea during the FA Cup. In league play, the midfielder has just just two games all season, starting 18 of 20 matches for the seagulls, scoring two goals with an assist during his third campaign with the side.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, doubtful for Friday Baleba (strain) is doubtful for Friday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Fabin Hurzerler. "They are all doubtful but there might be a possibility that two out of three...

Impact Balelba missed the club's last match through injury and appears to be in the same situation for Friday, as the midfielder is doubtful for the contest. This comes after he was posted in training Thursday, although it is unknown if it will be enough to compete. His fitness will likely come down to a late fitness test, with that deciding hit fitness. Either way, this is solid news, as he should return by the time they resume Premier League play.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Nottingham Forest match Baleba (undisclosed) is a late scratch for Saturday's game versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Baleba is unfit to play in this one and will be re-evaluated ahead of February 14's game versus Chelsea. Georginio Rutter and Jack Hinshelwood are stepping in since Yasin Ayari is missing as well.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in loss Baleba recorded three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Everton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Baleba registered three shots against Everton, bringing his total to 10 shots in the last seven games across all competitions. He also created three chances and made 11 tackles in the last three Premier League matches, showcasing his impact both in attack and in his defensive role. He will aim to maintain these contributions against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Thursday's loss Baleba scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 3-1 loss against Fulham.

Impact Baleba scored his second goal of the season Thursday, an outside-the-box strike in the 56th minute set up by Joao Pedro. It was one of two shots he took in the match. On the defensive end he won one tackle, intercepted two passes and made two clearances as he played the full 90 minutes for the first time since Sept. 28.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from ban Baleba is no longer suspended and is an option for Thursday's match against Fulham.

Impact Baleba has cleared his one-match ban, with the midfielder now available for play again. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular starter when fit and should see the star when facing Fulham on Thursday.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Baleba was sent off for a pair of yellow cards during Saturday's clash with Bournemouth.

Impact Baleba saw the second yellow in the second half and was handed his marching orders. The midfielder will miss one match through suspension, ruling him out for Friday's clash with Southampton. Mats Wieffer could get the start with Baleba suspended.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Baleba (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Bournemouth.

Impact Baleba is straight back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash, as expected. The midfielder was a bit of a doubt with a knee issue, but he trained fully in the build-up to the match, and now slots straight into the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to start Saturday Baleba (knee) is expected to make the trip Saturday against the cherries, per manager Fabian Hurzeler. "He [Baleba] will be an option, yes."

Impact Baleba was unable to play for Cameroon this international break with a knee injury. It was a sign of relief that the injury was not nothing to be concern about, as he is set to retake his starting spot Saturday. He's started seven of the last nine games played for the Seagulls, scoring and assisting once while collecting 22 tackles and 15 interceptions.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee Baleba is out for the Cameroon national team, according to manager Marc Brys.

Impact Baleba won't be an option during the international break as he continues to rehab a knee injury. The midfielder got back in training ahead of the international break and played 45 minutes during a 2-1 win over Manchester City. His first chance to return is a Nov. 23 trip to Bournemouth.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for City clash Baleba (knee) will be in contention for Saturday's match versus Manchester City, per manager Fabian Hurzeler.

Impact Baleba was able to avoid any serious knee issues after being a late scratch against Liverpool. This puts him in a great position to return to the starting XI for the Seagulls, having started the last seven games in row. In that span, the midfielder had score and assisted once, collecting 18 tackles, 14 interceptions and 15 shots (five on target), in that span.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt knee injury Baleba was held out of Saturday's match due to a knee injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler, per Andy Naylor of The Athletic. "Carlos has an issue with his knee. He would ha...

Impact Baleba was a late scratch from Saturday's match against Liverpool, with the midfielder being stopped by a knee issue. It is unknown how long this will keep him out, although it appeared to be more of a cautious move, with the player getting a rest after being a consistent starter. That said, they will hope for him to be an option for their next match against Manchester City on Saturday. Jack Hinshelwood replaced Beleba in the starting XI against Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE