A top Premier League player is being advised not to choose Chelsea over Liverpool, as they are seen as a lesser team.

This summer, Liverpool and Chelsea are expected to engage in a fierce transfer battle. The two Premier League giants have set their sights on Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, whose impressive performances have caught the attention of several top clubs.

Baleba, who is only 21 years old, has been a standout player for Brighton over the past two seasons. The Seagulls acquired him for a hefty fee of £23m from Lille in 2023 and now they are bracing themselves for offers for the talented midfielder.

Both Chelsea and Liverpool have expressed their interest in signing Baleba, but one of his fellow countrymen believes that he should prioritize a move to Anfield. Former Cameroon striker Bernard Tchoutang stated, "He should be doing all he can to secure a move to Liverpool. The transfer figures don't concern him, he has a good head on his shoulders and is well taken care of by his parents."

Tchoutang also mentioned that staying at Brighton for another season would not be a problem, but he believes that Baleba is ready to make the leap to a bigger club. He said, "If the best clubs in the country are interested in him, it's because they believe he has the level. And for me, Liverpool is the club that would suit him best."

He went on to explain that Arne Slot's style of play at Liverpool would be a perfect fit for Baleba. Tchoutang praised the Reds' attacking and pressing style and their ability to trust young players. He also expressed doubts about a potential move to Chelsea, stating that they are a step below Liverpool.

Baleba has been an important player for Brighton under both former manager Roberto De Zerbi and current boss Fabian Hurzeler. The Seagulls have been on a productive run since the start of the year and are now sitting comfortably in eighth place in the Premier League. They have also advanced to the later stages of the FA Cup and will face Newcastle United on Sunday for a spot in the quarter-finals.

It remains to be seen which club Baleba will choose, but one thing is for sure - he is ready to make the jump to a top Premier League team and is working hard to achieve that goal. Whichever team he ends up at, it is clear that he has a bright future ahead of him in the world of football.

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