According to reporter David Ornstein, an `incredible` player valued at £60 million is expressing a desire to join Manchester United this summer, choosing them over competing clubs like Arsenal. Talks for a potential transfer are reportedly set to commence.
Man Utd Eyeing New Forward Despite Cunha and Bruno Boosts
Manchester United experienced a challenging 2024-25 season, finishing 15th in the Premier League. Despite this, Bruno Fernandes stood out as a key performer, consistently contributing goals and assists across various competitions.
| Bruno Fernandes 24/25 | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Premier League | 36 | 8 | 11 |
| Europa League | 17 | 7 | 4 |
| EFL Cup | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| FA Cup | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Despite Fernandes` strong individual performances, there have been suggestions, notably from Paul Scholes, that United should consider selling the attacking midfielder this summer, potentially for £100 million. Scholes questioned his optimal position while acknowledging his impact.
However, recent updates from Fabrizio Romano on X suggest the Portuguese international is now likely to remain at Old Trafford.
While Fernandes appears set to stay and United have secured the signing of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha (beating out Arsenal, who offered Champions League football), the Red Devils are still keen on adding more attacking strength this summer.
Ornstein further reports that Brentford`s Bryan Mbeumo is another target. Mbeumo has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur, but he reportedly prefers a move to United if an agreement can be reached, with discussions expected to open soon.
`Incredible` Mbeumo Could Elevate Man Utd`s Attack
Brentford manager Thomas Frank has previously described Mbeumo as `incredible`, an assessment supported by the Cameroonian`s performance, including scoring 20 Premier League goals and providing eight assists.
In the past, United have sometimes taken risks on players without prior Premier League experience, such as Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta, who has yet to consistently deliver. Pursuing a forward like Mbeumo, who has a proven track record in the English top flight, appears to be a more pragmatic approach.
A deal for the France-born forward will likely be costly, with reports suggesting Brentford could demand around £60 million. Nevertheless, Mbeumo`s recent form indicates he could be a valuable addition to a Manchester United squad in significant need of a dependable goalscorer.
Last season, United`s strikers Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee combined for only 17 goals across all competitions – a total that Mbeumo exceeded individually, despite not participating in European football.
