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Bryan Mbeumo Transfer: Manchester United Close In On Brentford Star
Red Devils Step Up Summer Rebuild
Manchester United appear to be closing in on the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, with reports suggesting a full agreement could be finalised within days.
As TEAMtalk reports, United have made “significant progress” in negotiations with Brentford over the dynamic winger, whose move now looks increasingly likely following the Bees’ pursuit of a replacement.
After finishing a woeful 15th in the Premier League and missing out on Champions League qualification via the Europa League final, United’s summer transfer activity has taken on extra urgency. The club has already secured Matheus Cunha in a £62.5m deal from Wolves, and Mbeumo looks set to be the next marquee signing.
While Brentford initially rejected United’s first offer, talks have since become more constructive, with the clubs narrowing their valuation gap. Reports in Spain now suggests the final package could total around £65m. Brentford’s proactive move for Metz winger Cheikh Sabaly—a player who netted 15 goals and registered four assists in Ligue 2 last season—indicates the club are prepared to part with Mbeumo.
United in Pole Position Despite Spurs Interest
Although Tottenham Hotspur were previously in the race, TEAMtalk reports they are now likely to drop out following Thomas Frank’s move to North London. However, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has added a note of caution, suggesting Spurs could still reignite interest, particularly given Frank’s admiration for Mbeumo.
What This Means for United’s Attack
With Sancho potentially departing and Antony’s future in doubt, Mbeumo’s arrival could usher in a new-look frontline at Old Trafford. TEAMtalk notes United are even considering a player-plus-cash deal for Hugo Ekitike, which could further transform their attacking options.
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From a Manchester United fan’s perspective, the pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo is a welcome sign of strategic thinking from the new-look recruitment team. While recent seasons have been marked by bloated signings and underwhelming performances, Mbeumo represents the kind of dynamic, proven Premier League talent who could inject pace, creativity, and work ethic into a struggling squad.
His five-year tenure at Brentford has seen him grow into a reliable attacker, capable of both scoring and assisting. That versatility—able to play wide or centrally—offers flexibility Ruben Amorim will need. The fact he’s expressed a desire to move to a bigger club suggests he’ll come in motivated, not just for a pay cheque.
The price tag may raise some eyebrows, but in today’s inflated market, £65m for a 24-year-old international who’s proven in the Premier League is a reasonable investment. Should United wrap this up swiftly, it would be another positive step in what needs to be a very productive summer.
