Which shirt number will Carlos Baleba wear at Manchester United?
Baleba becomes the club’s summer signing.
Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba is set to join Manchester United following the Red Devils’ disappointing loss to Hull City in their first Premier League game.
After more than a year of pursuit, the English powerhouses are finally going to sign the Cameroonian international from Brighton. Baleba will be added to the Red Devils’ midfield alongside new signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
Hull overran United’s midfield during the 2-0 loss at the MKM Stadium, highlighting the areas where Michael Carrick’s team needs to improve. Squad depth is crucial as Champions League football returns to the “Theatre of Dreams” this summer.
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Carlos Baleba to sport number 20 at United
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Carlos Baleba has been given the No. 20 shirt by United, according to Sam C on X. Having worn it early in his Brighton career, the midfielder is familiar with the number.
After joining Brighton in 2023, Baleba took No. 20 and held it throughout the 2024-25 campaign. He became one of the most exciting defensive midfielders in the Premier League throughout the season. Baleba later switched to a No. 17 shirt last summer. However, he will once again don the No. 20 jersey at Old Trafford.
Some of the club’s icons have worn the No. 20 in the past. It was worn by Robin van Persie during his legendary debut season. It was last worn by Diogo Dalot prior to his switch to No. 2, and former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer also wore it.
Once the trade is formally confirmed, the number won’t be the primary topic of discussion for United. Baleba’s potential to improve Michael Carrick’s midfield following a dismal opening-day loss to Hull City will be of more interest.
Which shirt number will Carlos Baleba wear at Manchester United?
He will wear the No. 20 shirt, a number previously worn by legends like Robin van Persie and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
When will Carlos Baleba make his Man United debut?
His debut date has not yet been confirmed, but he is expected to feature soon once his registration and fitness are complete.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.