Manchester United complete £65m signing of Bryan Mbeumo
Mbeumo becomes manager Ruben Amorim’s third summer signing
Manchester United have secured the signing of Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo for an initial fee of £65million.
The 25-year-old has penned a five-year contract, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months.
Mbeumo becomes manager Ruben Amorim’s third summer signing, following the arrivals of forward Matheus Cunha and left-back Diego Leon.
The transfer concludes one of the longest-running sagas of the summer, coming seven weeks after Manchester United submitted their first bid for the Cameroon international.
United’s third offer, valued at £65million upfront plus £6million in add-ons, was accepted last week.
Mbeumo said: “As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I had to take the opportunity to sign for the club of my dreams; the team whose shirt I wore growing up.
“My mentality is to always be better than I was yesterday. I know that I have the spirit and character to reach another level here learning from Ruben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players.
“Everybody told me about the environment that is being created here and how exciting the plans are for the future. This is a massive club, with an incredible stadium and amazing fans, we are all really determined to challenge for the biggest trophies.”
Jason Wilcox, Director of Football, said: “Bryan’s goals and assists record in the Premier League is exceptional, his remarkable consistency has put him amongst the most productive players in England for the last three seasons.
“Bryan’s belief in our project and determination to join the club confirmed that he was the perfect fit for Manchester United and the culture that we are developing.
“We are delighted to have secured another one of our primary targets ahead of the pre-season tour. The experience in the US will be the perfect opportunity for Bryan to work with Ruben and his new team-mates as we prepare for an exciting season ahead.”
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