Manchester United have finally handed Carlos Baleba his first taste of action, and according to EPL Index (Opta Stats), the timing could prove significant ahead of their clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
The midfielder arrived at Old Trafford in a £70 million deal from Brighton over the summer, a fee that signalled serious intent to strengthen United's engine room. Getting him onto the pitch, even briefly, marks an important step as Ruben Amorim's side look to build momentum.
With United still searching for consistency this season, Baleba's introduction offers a potential boost heading into a tricky trip to face Spurs. Details on the extent of his involvement and United's broader team news remain limited, but his debut appearance is being viewed as a positive sign for a club eager to see a return on its investment.