Man United have “held talks” with Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, according to reports.
Radio station talkSPORT claims that the Cameroon international is available for £50m this summer and the Red Devils hold a serious interest in the player.
The club’s pursuit of Mbeumo has been met by a mixed reaction among United supporters on X:
Get him ASAP. PL proven striker with 20+ Goals with great physicality.
— Your friendly PS Guy (@FriendlyPSGUY) May 26, 2025
I prefer Semenyo
— Peter Ikechukwu Nwanna (@i_am_Mr_Odogu) May 26, 2025
If we get him
We are a serious club again 💀— UTD_AKJ7 (@UTD_AKJ7) May 26, 2025
He is a £25M player, we shouldn’t pay more
— Dr Jay 🕊 (@Dr_Jay3) May 26, 2025
10000% prem proven, goals and pace
— Mynxrd (@mynxrd) May 26, 2025
That's a lot of money for a player who's not guaranteed to score 20goals
— Arnold mg🦅🎭 (@Arnold_mga) May 26, 2025
Bargain
— TARUN KHATTA (@TarunKhatta) May 26, 2025
Mbeumo has been in excellent form this season
The 25-year-old has scored 20 goals and provided 8 assists in 38 league games, which is a very impressive record for a player who is deployed on the right wing.
Mbeumo’s stellar performances have not only attracted the attention of United, with Newcastle, Arsenal and Liverpool having also been linked with moves for the player in recent months.
Man United need to strengthen the right flank
One of the reasons why Mbeumo is likely being considered is his ability to play on the right of the front three. It is a position that the Red Devils have struggled with for several years.
Antony was signed for £86m in the summer of 2022 but he flattered to deceive during his time at Old Trafford. He is expected to leave on a permanent basis this summer after a successful loan spell at Real Betis.
United need to add goals on that side of the pitch and, while Amad Diallo is definitely a strong option, he needs competition, which is something Mbeumo could provide.
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