Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expects Carlos Baleba to miss as many as three weeks because of an ankle problem, although he does not view the injury as a serious setback before Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Ipswich Town.
Key takeaways
- Baleba will not be available to make his Manchester United debut against Ipswich.
- The 22-year-old midfielder joined from Brighton & Hove Albion this week.
- United’s agreement is worth about £60 million ($81.48 million), excluding additional bonuses.
- Baleba’s ankle issue was known before the transfer was completed.
Baleba facing short spell on the sidelines
United secured the Cameroon international in a deal valued at roughly £60m, with add-ons potentially increasing the total. However, the midfielder must wait before appearing for his new club after sustaining the ankle problem.
Carrick said Baleba could be out for around two weeks, with three weeks also a possibility. The manager added that the condition had been identified in advance, meaning it was not regarded as a significant concern, and said United would be pleased to have the new arrival available once he has recovered.
