Key reason why it took so long for Man United to secure key transfer target

Football
19 Jul 2025 • 6:23 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Manchester United are close to finalising the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford in a deal potentially worth up to £71m.
  • The agreement includes an initial payment of £65m, with an additional £6m in performance-related add-ons.
  • Mbeumo, who netted 20 Premier League goals last season, had made it clear that Old Trafford was his preferred destination, despite interest from Newcastle and Tottenham.
  • This transfer represents a club record sale for Brentford and will be the most significant acquisition under Ruben Amorim's tenure at United.
  • The deal was secured after weeks of negotiations, with United submitting a third offer to meet Brentford's valuation, which was benchmarked against other recent player sales.

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