Man United closing in on deal to sign Bryan Mbeumo as second bid lodged
Reports this evening have suggesting Man United are edging closer to securing their second high-profile signing of the summer, with a deal to sign Brentford forward, Bryan Mbeumo approaching the final stages.
United, who confirmed the arrivals of both Paraguayan youngster, Diego Leon and Wolves forward, Matheus Cunha — the second for a staggering £63.5 million deal earlier this month, are expected to further strengthen their squad following a dismal campaign last season.
And lodging their first bid for Cameroonian forward, Mbeumo earlier this month, United moved as sizeable betting favorites to sign the former Troyes striker.
Man United see odds slashed to sign Bryan Mbeumo
Boasting odds as low as -1,000 to sign Bryan Mbeumo this summer from Brentford, it seems Man United are closing in on their latest target — with trusted offshore sportsbooks still offering a slew of markets on further transfer activity for the Old Trafford side this summer.
And according to reports Ben Jacobs on social media this evening, United are edging closer to signing Mbeumo — with plans in place for the right-sided forward to join the club before they jet off for their pre season tour in the United States at the beginning of next month.
“Manchester United are getting closer to signing Bryan Mbeumo,” Jacobs posted on X. “United want to confirm Mbeumo before returning for pre-season on July 7. Second offer of £60m+ not far off Brentford’s expectations, with add-ons being discussed. #MUFC optimistic.”
Falling short in their initial bid according to Brentford’s valuation of Mbeumo, United are said to have tabled a new and improved offer of £60 million for the former French under 21s player, plus performance-related add ons.
Enjoying a stunning season for the London club last campaign, Mbeumo scored a scorching 20 goals in all competitions for ‘The Bees’, and laid on another eight separate assists
Paired with the firing, Yoane Wissa over the season, Bryan Mbeumo scored an impressive partnership with the striker, following the departure of England international, Ivan Toney last summer in a lucrative move to Al-Ahli.
Expected to continue their summer rebuild off the back of a deal to sign Bryan Mbeumo, it is, however, expected United will have to offload some high-profile players to bring in more talents through the revolving door at Old Trafford.
Of note, United are reportedly willing to listen to offers for the likes of Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, and Antony — as well as polarizing shot stopper, Andre Onana in a bid to fund a rebuild.
Linked with a potential January move to Chelsea last season, Garnacho is still odds on favorite to join the London club, however, any inclusion of Christopher Nkunku in a deal — which was mooted in January, is not expected to play into their pursuit of the Argentine before the August deadline.
Furthermore, another star up for grabs is Danish striker, Rasmus Hojlund. Failing to impressive in his second season leading the line for United last season, the former Atlanta striker is reportedly a target of UEFA Champions League finalists, Inter Milan — who continue to hold talks with the 22-year-old’s representatives.
