The issue with this deal has been Brentford's knowledge that Mbeumo is a priority and that the Cameroonian wants to go to Old Trafford, so they've been in a very strong bargaining position. The Bees also know that United still have plenty of money to spend,

Manchester United have finally ended their protracted chase for Bryan Mbeumo after agreeing a deal with Brentford for the Cameroon forward worth up to £71 million.

Manchester United have reportedly agreed to sign Cameroon winger Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford in a deal worth an initial £65 million ($87 million) as Ruben Amorim steps up his overhaul of the team's misfiring attack.