**“I’m open to joining Manchester United, but only if they meet my conditions. Right now, it seems like the top decision-makers aren’t too enthusiastic.”**
That’s the latest from Bryan Mbeumo, Brentford’s star winger and United’s main summer transfer target, as uncertainty looms over the deal due to his firm demands.
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Mbeumo’s Demands: Big Salary, Bigger Commitment
Coming off a stellar season with **20 Premier League goals and 7 assists**, Mbeumo is highly sought after. While clubs like Arsenal, Newcastle, and Spurs are watching, he’s made it clear that **he wants United**—but at a cost.
He’s reportedly asking for **£250,000 per week**, a massive leap from his current wage, along with a **£60–62 million transfer fee**.
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United’s Dilemma: Spend Smart or Miss Out?
Manchester United are treading carefully. They’ve just signed **Matheus Cunha** for over £62 million and don’t want to blow their wage structure. Giving Mbeumo a higher salary than Cunha could cause dressing-room issues, especially under the financial discipline of **Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s regime**.
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Financial Pressure Without Champions League
Though the club recently posted a small profit after last season’s financial struggles, missing out on Champions League revenue is hurting. Selling players like **Garnacho, Rashford, Sancho, or even Onana** may be necessary to create room for Mbeumo.
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Brentford in Control
With Mbeumo under contract until **2026 (plus an option for 2027)**, Brentford are in no rush to sell. Manager **Thomas Frank** has made it clear: they’re open to selling, but only at their price.
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Rivals Ready to Pounce
As United hesitate, **Tottenham** could swoop in—especially if they bring in Thomas Frank as manager and make a **£70 million double move** for him and Mbeumo. **Newcastle**, with Champions League appeal, are also keeping tabs.
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Fan Reaction
Fans online are excited about Mbeumo’s versatility and skill:
> “He’s ridiculously good. But will he thrive in the center?”
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What’s Blocking the Deal?
* **Wages:** His £250k/week demand could upset the locker room balance.
* **Transfer fee:** Brentford won’t budge below £60 million.
* **Sales needed:** United must offload players to finance the deal.
* **Rivals circling:** Spurs and Newcastle are ready to act if United falter.
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Bottom Line
* **Mbeumo is interested, but only on his terms.**
* **United want him, but face financial and internal balancing acts.**
* **Brentford aren’t lowering their price.**
Unless United act decisively—by selling key players and meeting demands—they risk losing their top target to a quicker, bolder rival.
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