Baleba Steps Up Recovery Work at Carrington

Manchester United’s newest arrival, Carlos Baleba, has been putting in focused rehabilitation work at Carrington as he aims to return from the ankle issue that has delayed his debut for the club. The midfielder, signed from Brighton & Hove Albion on 25 August on a contract running until June 2031, has yet to feature since completing the move .

The Cameroon international picked up the injury during Brighton’s pre‑season preparations, preventing him from appearing in any of United’s four matches since joining . Head coach Michael Carrick confirmed shortly after the transfer that the club was fully aware of the problem:

“He’s got a little ankle issue… we knew that before, so it’s no major issue.” “It will be great to have him back… we’re hopeful but I don’t want to put any deadlines on it just yet.” Current page. It will be great to have him back. “We’ll wait and see.Current page. We’re hopeful but I don’t want to put any deadlines on it just yet.”

Despite the setback, Baleba has been working intensely both in the gym and on the grass, as shown in the latest training images released by the club .

United face Brighton at Old Trafford in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday evening, followed by a trip to Fulham on Sunday before the schedule pauses for a three‑week international break .

Baleba’s return timeline remains open, but his commitment to recovery suggests he is pushing hard to be available as soon as possible.