Frustrated Bryan Mbeumo Pushes for Man Utd Move as Brentford Block Transfer. Club Faces Backlash Over Price Demands

Bryan Mbeumo’s dream move to Manchester United is hanging in the balance, and frustration is boiling over as Brentford stand firm in negotiations that have hit a financial deadlock.  

The Red Devils’ bold pursuit of the Cameroonian forward now risks backfiring, despite Mbeumo’s standout Premier League season and public desire to switch to Old Trafford. 

Manchester United, who have already secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves, are eager to inject more firepower into their frontline, with Mbeumo topping their wishlist.  

The 24-year-old lit up the Premier League last season, scoring a sensational 20 goals in 38 games, finishing behind only Mohamed Salah, Alexander Isak, and Erling Haaland in the scoring charts. 

But the transfer has turned into a tug-of-war. Despite two previous bids, United’s latest offer, £55 million plus £7.5m in add-ons, still falls short of Brentford’s £65 million asking price, with the Bees reportedly demanding most of the fee be paid upfront.  

Talks remain ongoing, but as per The Athletic, “no significant developments” have been made, and a resolution appears distant. 

The stalemate has left Mbeumo disheartened. Cameroon’s assistant coach, Ashu Cyprian Besong, confirmed the player’s feelings, saying: 

“Yes, obviously he’s very frustrated with how long it’s taken. But he’s a professional and anticipates these things… he’s very calm… but of course, he’s already told them he wants to go to United.” 

Mbeumo remains grateful to Brentford for elevating his career but has clearly expressed his desire to move. Now, the pressure is mounting on both clubs to reach a compromise before tensions escalate further. 

In the background, Brentford are already preparing for life without their talisman. The club has reportedly made an approach for Chelsea’s Omari Hutchinson, who had a stellar season on loan at Ipswich and helped England win the Under-21 Euros.  

While a deal for the 21-year-old winger is considered unlikely at this stage, he is one of several options Brentford are exploring. 

The summer has already been transformative for Brentford. Five major signings have bolstered their squad: 

Michael Kayode’s loan move from Fiorentina has been made permanent. 

Caoimhin Kelleher has joined from Liverpool as a replacement for Mark Flekken, who moved to Bayer Leverkusen. 

Romelle Donovan arrived from Birmingham. 

Antoni Milambo joined from Feyenoord. 

Jordan Henderson, formerly of Liverpool and Al-Ettifaq, signed on a free transfer. 

On the exit front, Brentford have sold captain Christian Norgaard to Arsenal in a £15 million deal, and veteran defender Ben Mee has departed on a free following his contract expiry. 

As the transfer window heats up, all eyes remain on whether Manchester United can finally seal the deal for Mbeumo, or whether Brentford’s resistance will force the player to endure another season in red and white instead of red and black.