Manchester United have finally completed the signing of Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo in a deal worth £71 million, ending a prolonged summer transfer saga. However, the Red Devils are reportedly frustrated with Brentford’s negotiating tactics, despite securing their top target.
The Breakdown of the Deal
The agreement includes:
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£65 million fixed fee
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£6 million in performance-related add-ons
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A five-year contract with an option for an additional year
Mbeumo, who has been a standout performer for Brentford since their promotion to the Premier League, expressed his excitement about joining United:
“As soon as I knew Manchester United wanted me, I had to seize this opportunity. This is the club I dreamed of playing for as a kid. I’m ready to give everything to succeed here.”
The 25-year-old Cameroonian will now join United’s pre-season tour in the USA, where he will integrate with new manager Ruben Amorim’s squad.
Why Manchester United Are Unhappy with Brentford
Despite the successful signing, tensions remain between the two clubs. United officials were reportedly irritated by Brentford’s last-minute demands, including:
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Increasing their asking price to £77m late in negotiations
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Pressuring Mbeumo to lower his wage demands or consider a move to Tottenham instead
Brentford, meanwhile, were unimpressed with United’s initial bids (£55m and £62.5m), which fell short of Tottenham’s offer. The Bees also felt United were overly aggressive in personal terms, potentially unsettling the player.
For more insight into Brentford’s transfer strategy, check out this analysis from The Athletic.
Mbeumo’s Impact & United’s Summer Business
Mbeumo’s arrival follows the £62.5m signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves, signaling United’s ambition under their new football-first approach. The winger has been one of the Premier League’s most consistent attackers, averaging 18 goal contributions per season since Brentford’s promotion.
“My mentality is to improve every day. I believe I can reach another level here, learning from Ruben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players.” – Bryan Mbeumo
United’s Director of Football, Jason Wilcox, praised the deal:
“Bryan’s Premier League record speaks for itself. His consistency and desire to join United made him the perfect fit for our project.”
What’s Next for United?
With Mbeumo and Cunha secured, United’s focus now shifts to strengthening their midfield and defense. Reports suggest they are monitoring Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich.
For the latest updates on United’s transfer targets, visit Sky Sports.
Final Thoughts
While the Mbeumo deal is a major coup, the fallout with Brentford highlights the cutthroat nature of modern transfers. United will hope the Cameroonian’s arrival helps them challenge for trophies under Amorim’s leadership.
Stay tuned for more updates as the summer transfer window heats up!
