Manchester United have officially announced the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford on a five-year deal, keeping him at Old Trafford until June 2030 with an option for a further year. The transfer fee for the Cameroonian international is reported to be €75 million, plus potential add-ons.
Mbeumo, aged 25, becomes United's second major signing of the summer transfer window, following the arrival of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves. The former Brentford attacker had a stellar season, netting an impressive 20 goals and providing eight assists in 38 Premier League appearances for The Bees.
The announcement of Mbeumo’s signing was made by Manchester United on Monday afternoon. This move comes amidst reports that Brentford are eyeing Ipswich Town's Omari Hutchinson as a potential replacement for Mbeumo. Ipswich are expected to demand a profit on the £20 million they spent last summer, while Brentford's initial £65 million price tag for Mbeumo had reportedly slowed down the deal.
Manchester United have struggled in recent years to find consistent goal-scorers, with several high-profile signings failing to live up to expectations. The hope is that Mbeumo will buck this trend and provide the attacking spark the team desperately needs. His impressive goal-scoring record in the Premier League suggests he is ready to make an immediate impact at Old Trafford.
The signing of Mbeumo represents a significant investment for Manchester United, but it is a move that reflects their ambition to compete at the highest level. Fans will be eager to see Mbeumo in action and hope he can help the team challenge for major honours in the upcoming season.
Key Stats and Facts:
- Bryan Mbeumo joins Man Utd on a 5-year deal.
- Transfer fee: €75 million + add-ons.
- Scored 20 goals and had 8 assists in 38 Premier League matches last season.
- Man Utd's second summer signing after Matheus Cunha.