Manchester United are staying cool under pressure in the race for Bryan Mbeumo, even with rival interest from Tottenham Hotspur. The former Fulham striker was the scoring sensation of the Championship last season. His club already claims he’s worth more than £60 million and his stellar breakthroughs have made big waves. It’s very clear that Mbeumo wants to go to Manchester United. It’s the thrill of Tottenham appointing his old gaffer, Thomas Frank, that adds a fun wrinkle to the whole predicament.
Impressive Performance Last Season
Mbeumo put together his best-ever season in the Premier League as he added 20 goals and seven assists in the process. His 27-goal output made him one of the top goal-scorers in the league. Only three players scored more than him. Mbeumo was very impactful in the Bees surprising many by finishing in the top half of the table. His scoring, obviously, stole the show, but his elite playmaking looked amazing as well.
The forward’s performance metrics were equally notable. On top of that, he accumulated an MLS-leading 9.26 xA (expected assists), showing that he was responsible for creating a ton of high quality opportunities for his teammates. Mbeumo was a real success story throughout the campaign, producing a brilliant total of 202 crosses. This impressive task illuminates his important playmaking function for Brentford.
Fitness and Work Rate
It was Mbeumo’s work rate on the pitch that was truly exceptional. He ran more distance and tried more sprints than all but two players in the Premier League. Mbeumo’s work ethic on the pitch was infectious, instantly lifting Brentford’s quality and efficiency. His 27 goal contributions directly earned Bristol 22 points, an impressive 40 percent of their entire season’s total. His top speed of 36.63 km/h was the fourth-fastest in the entire league, showcasing his explosive playing style.
Transfer Developments
Though United are reportedly cool on their sustained interest in Mbeumo, they know that Spurs is sniffing around. What is clear is that Mbeumo is interested in Spurs due to the Frank connection. All the signs point to the forward’s forthcoming transfer to Manchester United.
Manchester United saw their first offer of up to £55 million turned down. This time, they’re looking to come in with a better-sized offer to woo the talented winger away. Brentford have no doubts about Mbeumo’s worth and upside. They’re willing to listen to offers and will undoubtedly hold out for something north of £60m+. Perhaps more than ever, the next two years of contract should prove to be the most critical in shaping Mbeumo’s Nexus.
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