Manchester United Are Still Working On A Deal For This Brentford Forward: Decent Fit For Amorim? | OneFootball

In a recent newsletter with Give Me Sport, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Manchester United are still working on a deal for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo. Romano said,

“The negotiations are still ongoing, it’s underway. So the deal is absolutely on.”

Mbeumo’s Impressive Form In The Premier League

Mbeumo enjoyed a decent run of form at the English club after he put in a string of impressive performances for them in the Premier League. The 25-year-old scored 20 times and picked up nine assists in 42 matches for Brentford last season in all competitions.

The Cameroonian sensation performed well to average 2.08 shots per 90 minutes in the Premier League. However, Mbeumo was a bit untidy with his ball distribution based on his pass success rate of 66.1% in the English first division (stats via fbref.com).

Mbeumo is under contract at Brentford until the summer of 2026 which could make it tough for the Red Devils to sign him on a cut-price deal in this transfer period.

BRENTFORD, ENGLAND – APRIL 19: Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford reacts during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Brighton & Hove Albion FC at Gtech Community Stadium on April 19, 2025 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Is Mbeumo A Decent Fit For Manchester United Boss Ruben Amorim?

Mbeumo is a decent dribbler with the ball at his feet and can make some clever runs out on the flanks. He can strike the ball with power from long range and has got the vision to engineer a few inviting chances for his teammates in the final third.

The Cameroonian sensation can chip in by scoring and creating his fair share of goals up top. He mainly functions as a right-winger but can also play as a centre-forward if told to do so.

Mbeumo would enhance the quality of Man United head coach Ruben Amorim’s attack. He has what it takes to earn a regular starting place at the Mancunian club next season.

At 25, Mbeumo has his peak years ahead of him which makes him a good choice for the Red Devils to pursue in this summer transfer period. He already knows the Premier League well and is good enough to make an immediate impact at Old Trafford. Hence, Man United would be wise to try everything they can to lure Mbeumo to the Theatre of Dreams as he would be an excellent fit for their needs right now.