'Everybody told me' - Bryan Mbeumo breaks silence on Manchester United move as transfer finally announced
Man Utd have completed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo in the summer transfer window and this is what he had to say.
Manchester United have completed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford for an initial fee of £65 million plus a further £6m in add-ons. The Cameroon international has signed a contract until June 2030, with the option to extend for a further year.
The 25-year-old was identified as a top target by head coach Ruben Amorim and is expected to form a key part of their first-team squad. Mbeumo completed his medical examinations in Manchester over the weekend and will be named in the United squad for their upcoming pre-season tour of the US.
Mbeumo could make his United debut when they face West Ham in the Premier League Summer Series this weekend, and it will be fascinating to see which position he is utilised in. The Cameroonian scored 20 league goals for Brentford last season and is capable of playing in attacking midfield and on the wing. United view the transfer fee as fair value, looking at the current market for players with less impact. Over the last three seasons, only Erling Haaland, Mohamed Salah, Alexander Isak and Ollie Watkins have more Premier League goals than Mbeumo.
Bryan Mbeumo’s first words as a United player
Speaking after his move was made official on Monday night, Bryan Mbeumo claimed it was a dream come true to sign for the club he has supported since he was a child.
“As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I had to take the opportunity to sign for the club of my dreams; the team whose shirt I wore growing up. My mentality is to always be better than I was yesterday. I know that I have the spirit and character to reach another level here, learning from Ruben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players.
“Everybody told me about the environment that is being created here and how exciting the plans are for the future. This is a massive club, with an incredible stadium and amazing fans, we are all really determined to challenge for the biggest trophies.”
United director of football Jason Wilcox added: “Bryan’s goals and assists record in the Premier League is exceptional, his remarkable consistency has put him amongst the most productive players in England for the last three seasons.
“Bryan’s belief in our project and determination to join the club confirmed that he was the perfect fit for Manchester United and the culture that we are developing. We are delighted to have secured another one of our primary targets ahead of the pre-season tour. The experience in the US will be the perfect opportunity for Bryan to work with Ruben and his new team-mates as we prepare for an exciting season ahead.”
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