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Manchester United sign forward Mbeumo from Brentford
GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND, JUL 18 – Manchester United agreed a £65 million upfront fee with £6 million in add-ons for Bryan Mbeumo, who scored 20 Premier League goals last season, on a five-year contract.
- On Friday, Manchester United agreed a deal worth up to £71 million, marking their third summer signing.
- Amid a squad rebuild, United's poor 51-year worst finish led to their pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo, highlighting his 20-goal, seven-assist season at Brentford.
- Negotiations escalated as Manchester United's initial bids of £45m plus £10m and £55m plus £7.5m were rejected before a third bid of £65m plus £5m was made and Brentford accepted earlier this week.
- Fabrizio Romano reported he will sign a five-year contract and join United's pre-season U.S. tour next week.
- Meanwhile, five first-team players, including Rashford and Sancho, seek new clubs, affecting United's tactical and financial plans.
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Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Bryan Mbeumo became Manchester United's second major signing of the transfer window after completing a move from Brentford for 65 million pounds (USD 87 million). Sports News | Man United Signs Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford as Ruben Amorim Continues Overhaul.
Cameroonian international striker Bryan Mbeumo, 25, engages with the Red Devils. The footballer was officially recruited by Manchester United from Brentford on Monday, July 21. According to the English press, the club has spent 81 million euros including bonuses to join its services, making Mbeumo the most expensive African footballer in history.
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