• Published: 15:28, 5 Oct 2025
• Updated: 16:21, 5 Oct 2025

Carlos Baleba's worrying start to the season for Brighton continued in their clash with Wolves on Sunday.

The midfielder was taken off at half-time by Fabian Hurzeler for the third time already this term.

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Baleba was taken off at half-time for the third time this season against Wolves on SundayCredit: Getty

Baleba was replaced by Georginio Rutter with the Seagulls trailing 1-0 at Molineux following the first half. Brighton went on to score in the second half to grab a draw.

The Cameroon international had earlier been booked in the 20th minute.

Despite starting six of their seven Premier League matches, Baleba is yet to complete a full 90 minutes.

Hurzeler previously replaced him during the interval in their loss to Everton in August as well as last month's home draw against Tottenham.

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It follows significant interest in the 21-year-old from Manchester United in the summer.

However, the Red Devils were ultimately put off by his current club's £115million asking price.

Fans are now concerned, though, that Baleba has been unsettled by that interest after a drop off in his performances.

Some have...