Manchester United fans are hoping that Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo will both hit the ground running at Old Trafford.

Why Manchester United agreed to pay a premium for Mbeumo, how the negotiations played out and how they hope he will prove money well spent

Bryan Mbeumo has become Manchester United’s second major signing of the transfer window after completing a move from Brentford for a reported $87 million.

Manchester United are reportedly set to challenge Brentford for the signature of Metz striker Idrissa Gueye after a month-long dispute with the Bees. The Red Devils have already made significant investments this summer to strengthen their attacking line, but they might not be done.

Manchester United announced Bryan Mbeumo as their latest summer signing after the Cameroon international put pen to paper on a contract until June 2030.

The Athletic’s David Ornstein reported Thursday that United bid $87 million up front and close to $7 million in add ons to Brentford for Mbeumo, and Sky Sports are among those sayin g the bid’s been accepted and the Cameroon international is set for a medical.

It is well established that Manchester United are intent on signing a striker.But their pursuit has been a frustrating one, with primary targets heading elsewhere.Frustrating striker chaseLiam Delap

Bryan Mbeumo missed Manchester United's pre-season friendly against West Ham and will also sit out Wednesday's clash with Bournemouth, with Ruben Amorim providing an update on the forward