Manchester United reportedly reach oral agreement for Bryan Mbeumo transfer.
Red Devils Eyeing Mbeumo as Next Reinforcement
Manchester United is drumming up excitement in the transfer market, with the acquisition of Matheus Cunha already under their belt. As high-profile stars are poised to exit, manager Ruben Amorim is keen to speed up the deal-making process.
Given the Red Devils' pursuit of offensive strengthening, a second summer signing may surface very soon, potentially Bryan Mbeumo, whose transfer agreement is allegedly in the works.
Mbeumo Dreams of Old Trafford, with a Deal on the Horizon
The Athletic's David Ornstein confirmed that Mbeumo, a Brentford forward and among our website's top 14 Premier League players of the season, yearns to join Manchester United. The Red Devils are now expected to make their move following Brentford coach Thomas Frank's declaration that a substantial transfer fee would be necessary for Mbeumo to leave the club1.
Popular German journalist Florian Plettenberg has reported that Mbeumo and United have reached a verbal agreement, with the Red Devils feeling optimistic that the transfer will materialize. They are reshaping their attack, with several stars potentially moving on2.
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According to our website, Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford are leading candidates for departure this summer. Their sales could satisfy the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) and provide Manchester United with an opportunity for profit. Additionally, Bruno Fernandes' future remains uncertain, and Rasmus Hojlund is on the brink of an exit2. With Mbeumo on the verge of joining, United stands the chance to onboard three new attackers as part of their rebuild.
Mbeumo's magnificent performance in the Premier League last season, with 20 goals in 38 appearances, demonstrates his remarkable striking ability. Though he didn't qualify for Europe, he stood out as the top scorer among players not participating in European competitions1. The Cameroon international is worth €55 million, as per Transfermarkt3.
It seems that Manchester United's summer transfer business is just getting started, with Mbeumo eyed as an essential piece of the club's attack. Keep an eye on this space for updates on the deal and other developments in the Red Devils' squad.
The Red Devils are reportedly keen on securing the services of Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, who has expressed his desire to join Manchester United, possibly strengthening their attack further in the Premier League.
With Mbeumo's impressive goal-scoring record in the English top-flight and a purported move on the horizon, Manchester United seems set to continue their transfer market activity, potentially redefining their European-leagues and Premier-League squads.