United make Bryan Mbeumo a summer priority in £60m forward search

Manchester United have identified Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo as a leading candidate in their attacking rebuild, according to The Telegraph.

Manchester United are preparing to strengthen their attack this summer and have identified Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo as a key target. According to The Telegraph, the club is ready to take concrete steps toward a possible transfer, with the 25-year-old attracting interest from several Premier League sides.

Mbeumo has delivered an impressive campaign in the 2024/25 Premier League season, scoring 18 goals and providing 7 assists. In the absence of Ivan Toney, he became Brentford’s primary attacking threat and one of the league’s most productive forwards. His consistency is also reflected in previous seasons — according to WhoScored, he registered 8 goals and 7 assists in 2021/22, and 9 goals in both 2022/23 and 2023/24.

Amorim’s system shaping United’s transfer priorities

Under head coach Rúben Amorim, United are expected to undergo a major attacking restructure. Having brought his successful 3-4-2-1 formation from Sporting CP to Old Trafford, Amorim is now looking to refine his tactical setup with players who match his preferred style. With Marcus Rashford and Antony both linked with exits, several high-profile attacking additions are under consideration.

Mbeumo’s profile fits Amorim’s requirements: he is capable of operating both wide and centrally, presses with intensity, and contributes efficiently in transition — qualities aligned with Amorim’s positional approach.

Arsenal and Liverpool also monitoring

According to The Guardian and talkSPORT, Arsenal and Liverpool are also following Mbeumo’s situation. Arsenal are reportedly seeking depth in wide areas, while Liverpool are exploring forward options as part of their long-term attacking plans.

Brentford open to offers — but only at the right price

Brentford manager Thomas Frank recently acknowledged that offers are likely for Mbeumo:

“If the price is right — and it will be high — we will look at it. We’re a selling club, but this won’t be a simple deal.”

Mbeumo is under contract at Brentford until 2026, with the club holding an option to extend for an additional year. While the club are under no immediate pressure to sell, they are open to negotiating if their valuation — believed to be around £60 million — is met.