Manchester United Step Up Pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United are trying hard to sign Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. Mbeumo’s priority is a move to Old Trafford and he is not considering other offers.

WHAT’S THE LATEST FROM OLD TRAFFORD?

Manchester United and Brentford are negotiating the transfer. Both clubs are working on the deal structure and United are close to Brentford’s asking price of £65 million. Brentford want around £65 million for Bryan Mbeumo and they are discussing how much will be paid upfront. United already have Mbeumo’s agreement on personal terms and hope to finalize the deal soon. Their US tour starts with a match against West Ham in New Jersey on July 26. Discussions are ongoing, but no deal has been finalized yet.

MBEUMO’S IMPACT AND UNITED’S PLANS

Mbeumo scored 20 goals in the Premier League last season according to recent reports. He wants to join Manchester United and is focused on that move. United’s new manager Ruben Amorim plans to use Mbeumo as an attacking midfielder in a 3-4-2-1 system alongside Matheus Cunha, aiming to add creativity and goals to the squad.

LOOKING AHEAD: UNITED AND BRENTFORD’S UPCOMING FIXTURES

Manchester United want Mbeumo ready before their key US tour, facing West Ham in their first match. United finished fifteenth in the Premier League for the 2024-25 season after a disappointing run. Brentford finished 13th last season in the league. United aim to rebuild and challenge for a top-four spot, and securing Mbeumo could be the final addition to their summer transfers.