Manchester United are heavily pushing to sign Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford in this summer transfer window. According to top Journalists, He is very high on the Red Devils list. As they are rebuilding a team under Manager Ruben Amorim, they believe Mbeumo is the key piece of the team.
There have been discussions and contacts between United and Brentford. However, as of now the deal is not done. Meanwhile, the talks are said to be very positive between the clubs and a deal can be done very soon.
Bryan Mbeumo Deal Details –
Manchester United are heavily linked to Mbeumo since June. In this case, they have submitted two official bids to Brentford to sign him soon. However, Brentford have rejected both the bids as they want more money and a good structure of payment. According to sources, the first bid was of £45 million fixed fee + £10 million performance related add ons. Meanwhile, the second bid was of £55 million fixed fee + £7 million performance related add ons. Although the second bid was around their valuation but they still rejected it because they want a good structure of payment. They believe £62 million fixed fee + some add ons will be fair price for him.
The agreement with the player on personal terms and wages is already done. Only club to club agreement is remaining. Mbeumo is waiting patiently so that the deal can happen soon. He remains excited for a new challenge in his career. He feels this is the right time to move and a top club like United is the best for him.
The Red Devils keep having internal discussions about the deal. They believe an agreement can be done soon so that Mbeumo can join United before pre season tour. Sources close to club say that a third bid will be made soon and this will be good enough to make a deal.
Why The Red Devils want Bryan Mbeumo ?
Bryan Mbeumo had a top class season last year. He scored a lot of goals and gave a lot of assists. He was the main man in Brentford’s attacking players. Also, He is fast, strong, and very hardworking player. Thus, a lot of clubs are attracted to him and want to sign him this summer. Mbeumo is known to be a good dribbler and he can cut inside wings to make chances or score, this makes him really hard to stop.
Sources close to United have said that, “United like his versatility. He’s proven in the league and still has room to grow.”
Also, Manchester United are selling Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony this summer. These departures will let them have good funds and space for new players. In this case, they want a Premier League proven top attacking player like Mbeumo.
Bryan Mbeumo can fit perfectly in the Amorim’s system of play at United. The Manager wants players who are very hardworking, smart and skillful and Mbeumo already does that at Brentford. He can play on both wings and also as a creative midfielder. This makes him useful at different positions. Also, he is also good while defending and can track back when needed.
Brentford’s Stance
Brentford are open to sell Mbeumo this summer. However, they have not said anything publicly. Meanwhile, they have contacts with United to discuss the deal. They feel £62 million fixed fee + add ons will be a fair price for him. As of now, they are firm with their stance and do not want to sell him at a lower fee.
In this case, Brentford Manager has also said, “Bryan is an important player for us. He’s part of our core. We understand interest will come, but he’s not for sale unless the offer is exceptional.” This tells us that they are not in rush to sell him and are happy to wait till an offer around their expectation comes.
Author’s Opinion
Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester United will be a done deal soon. According to top Journalists, the deal is very close to being agreed between the clubs. Meanwhile, agreement with the player is already done. Brentford are calm and firm on their expectation and want good money for him. Also, United are desperate to sign him and a Third bid will be made soon. Sources close to club say that this third deal will be good enough to seal the move.
Bryan Mbeumo remains excited about this move. However, he is also frustrated as this saga has been going on since a month.
United Believe that Mbeumo is perfect for the club. His skills, experience and talent will bring lots of success to the club.
Therefore, it will be interesting to see what United’s third offer will be. Will Brentford accept the offer? Where will Mbeumo play next season?
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