MANCHESTER, England (BN24) — Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford in a deal worth up to £71 million, as the club strengthens its attack ahead of the 2025–26 campaign.
The 25-year-old Cameroon international joins United on a five-year contract, running through June 2030, with an option to extend for an additional season. The transfer includes a guaranteed fee of £65 million with a further £6 million in performance-related add-ons.
Mbeumo, who scored 20 Premier League goals last season, will link up with Erik ten Hag’s squad immediately and is set to fly with the team to the United States on Tuesday for their pre-season tour. The move comes as part of United’s efforts to rejuvenate their front line after registering just 44 goals in the Premier League last season—their lowest total in the competition’s modern era.
Speaking after completing his move to Old Trafford, Mbeumo described joining Manchester United as a childhood dream. “As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I had to take it. This is the club of my dreams; I wore this shirt growing up,” he said. “I know I can reach another level here, learning under Ruben Amorim and playing with world-class players.”
The forward praised the vision being built at United, citing the atmosphere and ambition within the squad. “Everybody told me about the environment here and how exciting the future looks. This is a massive club, with an incredible stadium and amazing fans. We’re all determined to challenge for the biggest trophies.”
Mbeumo began his professional career with French side Troyes before joining Brentford in 2019 for £5.8 million. He made 242 appearances and scored 70 goals in all competitions for the Bees, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most consistent attacking threats.
His arrival marks Manchester United’s most expensive signing of the summer and signals their intent to mount a serious challenge across all competitions under Amorim’s leadership.
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