Manchester United’s £62.5m Offer for Bryan Mbeumo Rejected by Brentford ⚽
Manchester United’s renewed attempt to sign Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo has been rebuffed by the Bees, who rejected an improved bid totalling £62.5 million – matching the fee United paid this month to acquire Matheus Cunha (thetimes.co.uk).
Brentford Holding Out for Upfront Payment
Despite United’s willingness to match the £62.5m sum, the offer’s structure—£55m upfront with £7.5m in add-ons—did not meet Brentford’s expectations. The West London club is reportedly demanding a larger guaranteed portion early, mirroring the payment terms it secured for Cunha (sportsmole.co.uk). This insistence on strong initial cash inflow remains the key sticking point in the negotiations.
Player Preference and Financial Environment
Mbeumo, 25, has reportedly made clear his desire to move to Old Trafford over other suitors such as Tottenham, saying he “only wants a move to Manchester United” (thesun.co.uk). Meanwhile, financial Fair Play constraints continue to shape United’s strategy. Like Arsenal and Villa, United need to balance their spending via player outgoings to comply with Profitability and Sustainability Rules (thetimes.co.uk).
Next Steps: A Third Bid?
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano suggests United is preparing a third proposal, possibly maintaining the total fee but tweaking payment terms and add-on triggers to satisfy Brentford’s demands (teamtalk.com). The Red Devils remain confident of securing a deal and hope to conclude matters in time for pre-season training, expected to begin in early July.
Outlook
The saga now hinges on financial detail: how much cash up front and how the remaining payment is structured. With Mbeumo personally committed to United and Brentford motivated by a strong financial incentive, a resolution seems increasingly likely. Expect further developments soon—possibly a fresh bid that meets Brentford’s terms and ends this transfer tug-of-war.
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