Manchester United are no longer expected to pursue Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba after being put off by the Seagulls’ refusal to negotiate, a report has revealed.Central midfielder is a key area of concern for United manager Ruben Amorim and it emerged earlier this month that Baleba,

Brighton, meanwhile, are not interested in parting ways with the Cameroonian star and have estimated him at £100m ($135m) in order to block potential offers. Despite the hefty price tag, Man United’s reported interest in Baleba continues to prevail.

Manchester United will go after Carlos Baleba again next year after pulling the plug on their pursuit of the midfielder this summer. United, who were keen on signing the youngster in this window at Ruben Amorim's behest,