In this article we will explore his biography and reveal some of the fascinating facts about Brighton defensive midfielder Carlos Baleba.
Carlos Baleba profile
| Full name | Carlos Noom Quomah Baleba |
| Date of birth Place of birth | 3 January 2004 Douala, Cameroon |
| Nationality | Cameroonian |
| Height | 1.79 m |
| Current club | Brighton & Holve Albion |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Net worth | Est. $2M |
| Senior career | Lille 2022-23 Brighton 2023- |
Carlos Baleba Background
Carlos Noom Quomah Baleba is a Cameroonian professional footballer who plays a midfielder for both Brighton in the Premier League and Cameroon national team. Baleba started his football journey at Futur Soccer FC in his hometown Douala later joining EF Brasseries du Cameroun.
In 2022 he moved to France after being signed by Lille where he featured in 13 games for Lille youth before being promoted to Lille senior team the same season. After just one year with Lille, Baleba transferred to Brighton. He made his international debut for Cameroon on 8th June 2024.
Carlos Baleba Family and Early life.
Carlos Baleba, born on 3 January 2004 is the first born child of Eugene Baleba and Mrs Baleba. Growing up, Baleba spent his early childhood life with his younger brother in a neighbourhood called Akwa.
His father is a former professional footballer who played in South Africa and Cameroon and at one time of his life he got a chance to try out at Saint-Etienne, a football club based in France but unfortunately his time there didn’t last long.
Following his family’s legacy, Carlos Baleba grew up dreaming to become like his father and with no doubts his dad taught him how to work hard and later after he retired from football he started amateur coaching and his two sons were his first students.
Carlos Baleba club career
The defensive midfielder began his football career at Futur Soccer FC a local football club in his hometown Douala. In 2017, he moved to EF Brasseries du Cameroun academy at the age of 13.
A year later after attracting scouts from overseas he joined Lille football club in France. Upon his arrival he joined Leny Yoro and both of them started playing for the reserve team. At Lille, Baleba made appearances for both the reserve team and the senior team in the 2022-23 season. He made his professional debut on for Lille on 7 August 2022.
Brighton & Hove Albion
In 29 August 2023, Carlos Baleba joined Premier League club, Brighton. According to reports, the transfer fee was reported to be €27M plus €3M add-ons depending on sporting conditions and 15% sell on clause.
Carlos Baleba made his Brighton debut as a substitute on 24 September 2023 against Bournemouth. On 18 September 2024 he scored his first goal in Brighton colours in a 3-2 win against Wolves.
International Career
Carlos Baleba first international duty came on 8 June 2024 when he featured in a World Cup qualifier against Cape Verde. He was later selected to represent Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Siblings
Carlos Baleba has only one brother, Bediang Baleba and interestingly he is part of the family’s football legacy. Currently (2024) his brother is at Newcastle United and he has shown some good progress and soon he might make strides outside Cameroon like his big brother.
Carlos Baleba Age
He is currently 20 years old having been born on 3 January 2004.
Girlfriend
Baleba is currently single.
Salary and Net worth
Baleba currently earns £12,500 a week which is a gross year salary of £650k. His net worth is estimated to be $2 million as of 2024.
Social media
Carlos Baleba is active on Instagram under the username @carlos_baleba.
Style of Play
Carlos Baleba is known as a complete midfielder because of his physicality, dribbling and passing range.
