Staggering Tottenham offer for Bryan Mbeumo revealed after Man Utd self-sabotage
Thomas Frank Targets Stunning First Move at Spurs by Attempting to Hijack Man Utd’s Pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo
Thomas Frank is reportedly eyeing a bold start to his tenure as Tottenham Hotspur’s new manager by attempting to derail Manchester United’s efforts to sign Brentford’s star winger, Bryan Mbeumo, according to The Mirror.
The Danish coach, who is edging closer to succeeding Ange Postecoglou at the helm in North London, is said to be pushing Spurs to enter the race for Mbeumo—a player he knows intimately from their time together at Brentford.
Mbeumo, 25, has been the subject of heavy interest from several Premier League clubs, with Manchester United currently leading the charge. The Red Devils have already submitted two formal bids for the French forward, with their latest offer reaching £60 million (£50 million upfront plus £10 million in add-ons). Brentford, however, are believed to be holding out for a valuation closer to £70 million, although sources suggest they may settle for a figure in the region of £62.5 million—the same amount United are paying for Wolves’ Matheus Cunha.
Initially, Mbeumo was said to favour a move to Old Trafford over other potential suitors such as Arsenal, Newcastle, and Tottenham. However, the sudden emergence of Thomas Frank’s influence at Spurs has the potential to dramatically change the landscape.
According to the Sunday Mirror, Frank has already requested Tottenham’s hierarchy to prepare a competitive bid for Mbeumo in a bid to lure the forward to North London. The move would not only be a significant show of intent from Spurs under their incoming manager but would also reunite Mbeumo with the coach who played a key role in shaping his Premier League career.
Mbeumo enjoyed a sensational 2024/25 Premier League campaign, netting 20 goals—outperformed only by Mohamed Salah (29), Alexander Isak (23), and Erling Haaland (22). His consistent form and lethal finishing have made him one of the most sought-after attackers in the league.
Tottenham, according to the latest reports, are indeed preparing to enter the fray. However, they face a notable obstacle: wages. Spurs are understood to be offering Mbeumo a weekly salary of around £130,000—a figure that falls short of what Manchester United are prepared to put on the table. United’s offer is reportedly in the £150,000 to £200,000-a-week range, giving them a financial edge.
Despite the monetary gap, there are two crucial factors that could play in Spurs’ favour. Firstly, the strong personal and professional relationship between Frank and Mbeumo could prove decisive. The pair enjoyed a successful partnership at Brentford, with Frank guiding Mbeumo’s development and maximizing his potential. A reunion under Frank at a club like Tottenham could appeal to the forward.
Secondly, Tottenham can offer something United cannot: Champions League football. Spurs qualified for Europe’s elite competition at United’s expense after the Red Devils stumbled in the Europa League final against none other than Tottenham. Despite having the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, and Harry Maguire, United put in a lifeless performance in Bilbao, allowing Spurs to seize the final Champions League spot.
While Mbeumo has signaled a willingness to join Manchester United even without Champions League football, the allure of competing in the tournament, coupled with a reunion with Frank, might persuade him to reconsider his options.
Had Spurs been prepared to match or exceed United’s wage proposal, they could potentially hold a three-pronged advantage: a trusted manager, top-tier European football, and financial parity. However, as it stands, the financial disparity still gives United the upper hand.
Even so, with Frank now set to take charge at Tottenham and pushing for Mbeumo’s signing as a top priority, the race is far from over. Spurs may be preparing to make a serious push in the coming days—and if Frank can work his magic once again, Mbeumo could be wearing lilywhite by the end of the summer.