BREAKING: Manchester United Seal £71m Deal for Brentford Star Bryan Mbeumo
Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford in a deal worth up to £71 million. The Cameroonian international, who has long been on United’s radar, is set to become the club’s latest major acquisition as Ruben Amorim continues to reshape his squad ahead of the new season.
After weeks of speculation, the Red Devils have finally landed their man, agreeing to pay Brentford an initial fee of £65 million, with a further £6 million in performance related add-ons. The 25-year-old forward has successfully completed his medical at Carrington and is expected to be unveiled in the coming days.
Mbeumo will sign a five-year contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2030, with an option to extend for a further year. This signals a long-term commitment from both player and club as United look to build a formidable attacking line for the future.
The versatile attacker, who can play across the front line, has been one of Brentford’s standout performers since their promotion to the Premier League. Known for his pace, technical ability, and intelligent movement, Mbeumo has often been the driving force behind Brentford’s counter-attacks and attacking plays. Last season, he netted 20 goals and provided 7 assists in all competition for Brentford last season.
Manchester United have been monitoring Mbeumo’s development for several weeks, and his consistent performances in the Premier League as well as on the international stage for Cameroon have finally convinced the club to make their move.
Sources inside the club reveal that Amorim sees Mbeumo as a key part of his attacking plans, potentially linking up with the likes of Rasmus Højlund and Cuhna to form a dynamic and flexible front line. With Garnacho’s future still uncertain and Mount struggling to find consistent form, the arrival of Mbeumo offers both depth and competition in wide areas.
Mbeumo is said to be thrilled by the move, reportedly turning down interest from several other top European clubs to join Manchester United. His ambition to play in the Champions League and compete for major trophies aligns perfectly with United’s renewed vision under their new leadership.
Fans have taken to social media to welcome the new signing, with many praising the club for acting decisively in the transfer market. “We’ve got a gem here,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter). “Mbeumo has that grit, speed, and football intelligence we’ve been lacking on the wings.”
Brentford, for their part, are set to make a tidy profit on a player they signed from Troyes in 2019 for just £5.8 million. While his departure will be a blow to them, the money received will allow the Bees to reinvest and strengthen ahead of another tough Premier League season.
With Mbeumo now set to wear the iconic red shirt, all eyes will be on how quickly he can adapt to life at Manchester United and whether he can deliver the goals and creativity the club so desperately needs.
