BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - APRIL 6: Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Chelsea FC at Gtech Community Stadium on April 6, 2025 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Mark Leech/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)
Manchester United’s pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo is in jeopardy as Brentford reject a second £62.5million bid for the winger.
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The Bees want the full fee upfront, unhappy with United’s proposed payment structure, causing delays and frustration for the Red Devils.
Mbeumo reportedly desires a move to Old Trafford, but Brentford’s stance complicates negotiations and raises doubts over the transfer’s completion.
Manchester United are now exploring other options, with Brazilian star Rodrygo from Real Madrid emerging as a top alternative target.
Rodrygo’s signing would signal United’s intent to compete with Europe’s elite but carries an estimated £88million fee and high wage demands.
To fund Rodrygo, United may need to sell Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and Antony in the upcoming window, reports Express.
Arsenal also competes for Mbeumo, offering Champions League football, which might attract the winger away from Manchester United’s project, reports
Among alternatives is Omari Hutchinson, a 21-year-old Ipswich winger with long-term potential and modest wage expectations, already attracting Brentford’s interest.
Southampton’s Tyler Dibling, just 19, is another option, though his £100million price tag is a significant hurdle for United.
United must now carefully balance ambitions, finances, and player preferences to strengthen their squad ahead of next season.
