Manchester United are adopting a measured approach in their attempts to sign Bryan Mbeumo and Viktor Gyokeres, with a sense of optimism surrounding the potential acquisition of both players.
The addition of these two forwards would considerably bolster United’s attacking prospects for the upcoming season, and the club is optimistic about wrapping up the deals. Manager Ruben Amorim sees the duo as vital to his efforts to restore United’s status among the top clubs in the Premier League.
The situation regarding Gyokeres has become quite intricate. Initially, it appeared that United could secure his services for approximately £58 million, with Amorim reportedly urging the club to pursue the transfer.
However, Sporting CP has since adjusted their stance and is seeking a higher transfer fee. In addition, Arsenal has thrown their hat into the ring as they look for a new striker.
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Should Arsenal shift their focus towards RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, United are confident that Gyokeres will become a more attainable target—though it may require some astute negotiation.
Amorim has consistently expressed admiration for Gyokeres from their time in Portugal, urging the club to take every possible step to facilitate the transfer.
The search for a centre-forward has been challenging. Victor Osimhen was initially a primary target, but his financial demands were seen as too high. The attention then turned to Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap, a value option at £30 million, but he opted to join Chelsea instead.
If United fail to secure Gyokeres, they will need to consider alternative options. As a result, names such as Hugo Ekitike and Jean-Philippe Mateta have been discussed, with Ollie Watkins and Randal Kolo Muani also potentially on their radar if negotiations drag out.
Mbeumo leans towards an Old Trafford move
Complicating matters further, United are also keen on signing Brentford’s Mbeumo.
The club was quick to act early on Mbeumo, but the landscape shifted last week when Tottenham emerged as potential suitors, reportedly looking to reconnect him with former Brentford manager Thomas Frank. Initial talk suggested a £70 million price tag, reflecting Brentford’s ideal selling figure.
United are not looking to meet that valuation and are keen to avoid becoming enmeshed in a bidding war.
It’s still uncertain how genuine Spurs’ interest is. However, United remains optimistic about landing Mbeumo, with developments expected to proceed positively by the end of the month.
Sources indicate that Mbeumo has privately expressed a strong preference for a move to Old Trafford, reminiscent of Matheus Cunha’s stance prior to his transition from Wolves.
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The release of the Premier League fixtures on Wednesday has heightened the urgency behind United’s transfer ambitions. They kick off their season with a challenging fixture against Arsenal, followed by matches against Manchester City and Chelsea.
This demanding schedule amplifies the pressure for the squad to be fully prepared in time, and internally, confidence remains high that this will be achieved.
The club is also actively exploring new homes for players who no longer fit into their future plans.
In the attacking unit, this includes Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, and Jadon Sancho.
While each case presents its own challenges, Garnacho’s situation is proving to be particularly vexing. He is seen as the player most likely to fetch a significant transfer fee that could be reinvested, yet he has shown little interest in the offers being made.
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