“My understanding is…” – Fabrizio Romano has revealed the club leading the race to Sign Mbeumo as he shared his update this evening
Manchester United Lead Race for Bryan Mbeumo Despite Tottenham’s Interest, Reports Fabrizio Romano
Manchester United have emerged as the leading contenders to sign Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo this summer, even as Tottenham Hotspur internally discuss the possibility of bringing the Cameroonian international to North London. The latest update comes from renowned transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, speaking on GIVEMESPORT’s Market Madness podcast.
Mbeumo has been one of the standout performers for Brentford over the past few seasons, consistently proving his value in the Premier League with both goals and assists. As a result, his future has become a major talking point during the current transfer window, particularly following the appointment of Thomas Frank as Tottenham’s new manager. The Danish coach enjoyed great success with Mbeumo during their time together at Brentford and is naturally interested in a reunion at Spurs.
Romano confirmed that Tottenham do admire Mbeumo and have held early-stage discussions behind the scenes about making a move for him. According to Romano, Frank’s influence has made Mbeumo a logical target for Spurs.
“There is definite appreciation from Thomas Frank,” Romano explained. “So it’s not surprising that Mbeumo is a name Tottenham have considered internally, especially right after Frank signed his contract. The connection is obvious given their history together at Brentford.”
However, while Tottenham’s interest is genuine, it is Manchester United who currently hold the advantage in the pursuit of the talented attacker. Romano revealed that United have been in frequent and direct talks with Brentford, negotiating on a club-to-club level almost daily as they attempt to reach an agreement.
“United are the ones in control of this situation at the moment,” Romano stated. “They’ve been in ongoing discussions with Brentford, trying to find a breakthrough. Clubs like Brentford and Brighton are always tough to negotiate with when it comes to their key players, so it’s far from a straightforward deal. But Manchester United are pushing hard. They’re not only talking with the club but also in contact with Mbeumo’s representatives. What’s important here is that the player himself is keen on the move to Old Trafford.”
Despite being ahead in the race, Manchester United are aware that they must move quickly and decisively to finalize the deal. If the process drags on, other clubs could enter the fray, potentially complicating what seems to be a promising negotiation. The interest from Tottenham, while less advanced at this stage, still represents a threat, especially with Frank’s presence as a potential pull factor.
Should the deal go through, Mbeumo could slot seamlessly into Manchester United’s system under manager Ruben Amorim, potentially taking up one of the attacking midfield positions behind the striker. His versatility also makes him a strong asset for any top side—he can operate as a wide forward, central attacker, or playmaker depending on tactical requirements.
At Tottenham, Mbeumo would also be a natural fit, already familiar with Thomas Frank’s approach and having thrived under his system before. The Danish coach is expected to implement a similar playing style at Spurs, which could appeal to Mbeumo should a move to Manchester fall through or negotiations stall.
In summary, while both clubs see value in Mbeumo and could benefit from his services, Manchester United currently hold pole position. However, time may be a critical factor in sealing the deal before Spurs—or another European contender—decide to escalate their interest.