It seems that there are still variables that need to be resolved before the transfer is finalized.
On the 30th of last month (Korea time), the British 'BBC' reported that "Brentford's director Phil Giles did not rule out the possibility that Bryan Mbeumo will remain with the team next season." He is said to have already clearly communicated to the club that he wants to transfer to Manchester United.
In fact, Manchester United has made two transfer offers, and the second offer reached up to £62.5 million (approximately 116 billion won). The basic transfer fee is structured at £60 million with performance-based bonuses, closely approaching Brentford's set target of £65 million. If the transfer is successful, Brentford will realize a profit of more than ten times the price paid for Mbeumo, who was acquired in 2021 for just £6 million.
Brentford's director Giles said, "He has had a fantastic season. I understand that he has a clear direction for his career. However, from our standpoint, the 'right conditions' must be met for us to allow the transfer." However, given that the player is insisting on joining Manchester United, the analysis suggests that the 'right conditions' are just a matter of time.
Mbeumo's choice is proven by the numbers. Last season, he recorded 20 goals and 7 assists in 38 Premier League matches, leading the league in expected assists (xA) with 9.26, and also ranking first in the number of crosses with 202. His actual goals exceed expected goals (xG) by +7.72, which is the best among all forwards. In the 'Sky Sports' power rankings, he ranked second overall, following Mohamed Salah, contributing to 22 of Brentford's total points (55 points), equivalent to 40%. This reveals that he is not just a simple winger, but a "point-producing forward."
The position is also attractive. Primarily a right winger, he has the tactical flexibility to be utilized as a second striker and an attacking midfielder (number 10). This means he can function as a key component in the hybrid three-back system employed by the new head coach, Ruben Amorim.
Coach Amorim has already secured Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton for £62.5 million. If Mbeumo joins as well, Manchester United will have two 'space-creating, multifunctional forwards.' Amorim is focusing on securing the final puzzle piece, an authentic number nine striker. Currently, Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku is a strong candidate, and resources from Serie A and the Bundesliga are also being explored.
The contract terms for Mbeumo have also come into focus. Manchester United has promised to offer terms equivalent to Cunha (weekly salary of £150,000), in a form that includes a five-year contract with a one-year extension option until June 2029. An official announcement is expected as soon as negotiations with Brentford are finalized.
Meanwhile, Mbeumo is also reported to have received a transfer offer from Tottenham Hotspur. Coach Thomas Frank, who was his mentor during his time at Brentford, specifically wants to acquire him, and in fact, Tottenham has offered a higher weekly wage and has UEFA Champions League qualification as well. However, Mbeumo is expected to take on a new challenge with Amorim instead of reuniting with Frank.
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