Brentford Snub Man United's £62.5M Mbeumo Bid: Transfer Talks Continue

Manchester United's pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo has hit a snag as Brentford turned down their initial offer of £62.5 million ($85.7 million), ESPN sources confirm.

The Red Devils have identified Mbeumo as a key target and have been actively engaged in discussions with Brentford in recent days.

Key Points of the Transfer Saga

• Initial Offer Rejected: Brentford deemed Manchester United's £62.5 million bid, inclusive of add-ons, insufficient.
• Brentford's Valuation: The Bees value Mbeumo higher, especially after his impressive 20-goal Premier League season.
• Price Expectations: Brentford have signaled that offers exceeding £65 million would be necessary to secure the 25-year-old forward.
• Negotiations Ongoing: Further talks between Manchester United and Brentford are planned, but United are wary of overpaying.

Manchester United, under Ruben Amorim, are keen to bolster their squad, even without Champions League football. However, the club insists on maintaining a "disciplined" approach to transfer fees and player wages.

The club has already secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves by activating his £62.5 million release clause. Cunha, 26, scored 15 Premier League goals last season.

Despite the initial rejection, Manchester United remain optimistic about their chances of landing Mbeumo.

The club hopes to finalize the deal, allowing the Cameroon international to join the team for preseason training, which begins on July 7.