Manchester United has submitted an improved offer exceeding £60 million for Brentford’s standout forward, Bryan Mbeumo. This comes after their initial bid of up to £55 million was turned down. Brentford has placed a valuation on Mbeumo, who has roughly two years remaining on his current contract, and is open to negotiations.
Recent reports have indicated that Tottenham Hotspur also engaged in preliminary discussions regarding the 25-year-old player. Although Mbeumo is reportedly attracted to Spurs, particularly after the return of his former manager, Thomas Frank, sources suggest that he is currently leaning towards a move to Manchester United. The Red Devils have admired Mbeumo for some time and believe he would integrate well into manager Ruben Amorim’s tactical setup.
The sentiment at Brentford is that Mbeumo deserves an opportunity to transition to a larger club, provided their valuation is met. Meanwhile, Manchester United has already struck a deal with Wolves for Matheus Cunha for £62.5 million.
On the pitch, Mbeumo had an impressive season, scoring 20 goals in the Premier League, contributing to Brentford’s strong top-half finish. In addition to his goals, he provided seven assists and led the league with an expected assists rate of 9.26, thanks largely to delivering the most crosses in the division. His physical attributes stand out as well, as he ranked among the top players for distance covered and sprint attempts, illustrating his hardworking nature. Mbeumo’s form also placed him just behind Mohamed Salah in the Sky Sports Power Rankings, and his contributions directly resulted in a significant number of points for Brentford.
This potential transfer underscores Manchester United’s intent to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season, and Mbeumo’s proven track record makes him a promising addition to their roster.