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**Transfer Talks: Still Ongoing**
* United’s **opening bid**: £45m + £10m in add-ons
* **Brentford’s asking price**: Up to £60m, referencing United’s £62.5m deal for Matheus Cunha
* Whitwell believes a deal is likely, though not immediate.
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**Mbeumo’s 2023/24 Snapshot:**
| Stat | Value |
| ———— | ————————————————————– |
| Age | 24 |
| Position | RW / CF |
| League Goals | 9 (despite injuries) |
| Assists | 6 |
| Style | High pressing, direct play, versatility across the front three |
Mbeumo is expected to play predominantly as a **right winger**, bringing energy, goal threat, and work rate—areas where players like **Jadon Sancho** have fallen short.
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United’s Transfer Overview:
**Incoming:**
* Matheus Cunha (£62.5m from Wolves)
* Bryan Mbeumo (active talks)
* Viktor Gyökeres (complicated by rival interest)
* Victor Osimhen (United preparing cash + player offer)
**Outgoing:**
* Jadon Sancho (linked with Borussia Dortmund)
* Mason Greenwood (situation unresolved)
* Possible exits: Wan-Bissaka, Pellistri
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### Why United Are Leading the Race:
| Category | Man United | Spurs |
| ————— | ——————- | ————- |
| Player’s choice | Preferred club | Not favored |
| Wage offer | £150k–£200k/week | £130k/week |
| Tactical fit | Amorim’s high press | Less defined |
| Transfer talks | Advanced | Less engaged |
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Final Word:
Manchester United’s ambition, financial strength, and vision for Mbeumo make them firm favorites to complete the deal. While negotiations continue, **all signs point to a transfer being finalized soon**.