Manchester United are confident they will sign Bryan Mbeumo in time for the start of their pre-season schedule as talks continue with Brentford over his proposed transfer. The London club values Mbeumo at £65 million and wants the bulk of the fee paid upfront if they are to sell him.
United believe they will be able to reach a suitable compromise with Brentford over a deal, after their offer of £55m plus a further £7.5m in add-ons was rejected. There is still a belief that Brentford would accept a formal approach of £60m with £5m of achievable add-ons included.
Ruben Amorim would also like to add a striker to his squad this month, with Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins under consideration. United want to sign Premier League-proven players this summer, and the 29-year-old would fit the bill alongside Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha as players who have already shown they can cope with the physical demands of the league.
The trio all seem like sensible additions to the United squad and here is how they could line up next season with several sensible signings.
5. CB - Ayden Heaven
Heaven could secure a starting role in defence this summer while Lisandro Martinez is injured. | Manchester United via Getty Images
6. RWB - Amad Diallo
Amad will get more game time at wing-back once Bryan Mbeumo is signed. | Getty Images
7. CM - Lamine Camara
United need a new midfielder and Camara would be an ideal fit for their style of play under Ruben Amorim. | Getty Images
8. CM - Bruno Fernandes
Fernandes could be used in a central role next season but will need a new partner if that is going to work. | Manchester United via Getty Images