Roy Keane’s Throwing Shade on United’s £100m Baleba Bid
Oh, here we go again—transfer season chaos, and Roy Keane just couldn’t keep quiet (shocker, right?). The man’s as blunt as a sledgehammer, and this time he’s got Manchester United’s sights on Brighton’s Carlos Baleba in his crosshairs. United sniffing around, ready to chuck £100 million at Brighton like it’s pocket change? Keane’s got his eyebrows way up and his warning lights flashing.
This Baleba kid’s only 20, from Cameroon, and yeah, he’s been tearing it up since ditching Lille for the Premier League. Energy for days, tackles like a bulldog, and not afraid to bomb forward. But Keane? He’s not buying the hype—at least not for that kind of cash.
The Baleba Hype Train—Next Stop, Reality Check
Honestly, Baleba’s rise has been wild. Brighton took a punt, and now he’s on every big club’s radar. The dude can play—no question. Smart on the ball, breaks up play, lungs of a marathon runner. United scouts are drooling. But Brighton’s playing hardball, whispering “nine figures or nothing.” Meanwhile, United’s already spent enough this summer to buy a small island. Is this a smart move, or are they just asking for another transfer circus?
Keane Keeping It Real: “He’s Got to Do a Bit More”
On the Stick to Football podcast, Keane dropped his usual dose of cold water:
“I’d be surprised if it happened. Because I still think that kid, he’s got to do a bit more.”
Translation? Keane’s seen too many promising players crumble once the price tag gets silly. He’s saying pump the brakes, lads—let’s not make another expensive mistake just because everyone’s got FOMO.
United’s Midfield: Still a Rubik’s Cube
You’d think after splashing out on Manuel Ugarte last year, United would have their midfield sorted. Nope. Bruno Fernandes is nailed on, but who the hell partners him? No one really knows. Maybe Baleba’s the missing piece. Or maybe he’s another “next big thing” that ends up sitting on the bench while the memes write themselves.
FAQ: Roy Keane Warns Manchester United Over Carlos Baleba Transfer
Why’s Keane throwing shade at Baleba?
He just doesn’t see £100m-worth of player yet. Simple as.
Is United actually gonna sign this dude?
Honestly? Feels like a long shot. Too pricey, too soon.
So, what does Baleba actually do on the pitch?
He’s a central midfielder, does a bit of everything—defends, creates, charges upfield. Swiss army knife vibes, but is that enough for a hundred mil? Keane’s not convinced.
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