Despite that high valuation, the Red Devils are still reportedly looking to make the deal work but may have to raise funds first by selling several fringe first-team players.
But regardless, Hurzeler is bullish that his side will be able to reject any advances in the last few weeks of the window and keep their prized asset at the club.
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‘I am very, very confident,’ Hurzeler said in his pre-match press conference when asked about the chances of Baleba remaining a Brighton player.
‘I didn’t see any change [from Carlos], he only changed his hair! He is enjoying being a Brighton player.
Fabian Hurzeler is confident that Baleba will remain with the club (Picture: Getty)
‘He seems to be in a very good place, enjoying it with his team-mates.’
Baleba started 31 games for Brighton last season, but missed the last four pre-season friendlies with a knee injury.
However, Hurzeler said the 21-year-old could still start in Brighton’s Premier League curtain raiser against Fulham on Saturday.
‘He is an option to start tomorrow,’ the German confirmed.
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