United want to have signed Mbeumo before the squad departs for a pre-season tour of the United States, but they face an uphill battle to meet Brentford’s asking price, which is believed to be closer to £70 million ($95.1 million).

Bryan Mbeumo has shown the first signs of breaking his silence amidst the ongoing speculation surrounding his future, as he reacted to an online message sent by one of Manchester United’s players.