Reuben Amorimis in charge of the first six weeks Manchester United it sure wasn’t as easy as he expected, but it seems his ideas are finally coming to fruition.
The 39-year-old may have only won two Premier League games to date, but managed to do much better against leaders Liverpool on Sunday to stop a run of four consecutive defeats.
Goals from Lisandro Martínez and Amado Diallo secured an unexpected point given the Reds’ strong home form, with the 3-4-2-1 starting to look effective in all areas of the pitch.
Despite the results, the January transfer window represents the first opportunity for the new boss to strengthen his ranks, with various areas requiring drastic investment to return the club to its glory days.
One area could be vastly improved, with various names already being linked with a move to Old Trafford, including one who has set England’s top flight on fire in recent months.
Man Utd are making a £42m bid for the PL star
According to a Spanish newspaper, Man Utd are ready to offer €50m (£42m). get the Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo before the end of the January window.
The 25-year-old has been in excellent form for Thomas Frank’s side in the 2024/25 season. scored 13 times in 20 appearancesand only Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah have scored more to date.
However, the Bees would be reluctant to part with the star this window, but the report claims United’s hierarchy see the Cameroonian as a solution to their attacks.
He can operate in a variety of attacking roles, be it centrally, as a number ten or out wide – which could make him perfect for Amorim’s current philosophy.
He would certainly provide an upgrade for one player currently plying his trade at Old Trafford, potentially ending his long association with the club in the process.
Why Mbeumo would be an upgrade on Rashford
Academic graduate Marcus Rashford it looked like he would be a key player during Amorim’s tenure at the helm after he hit three times in the first two matches under a new boss.
However, it looks like his time at his boyhood club could be coming to an end in the near future following recent first-team cuts.
The Englishman has not appeared for the Red Devils since the victory over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League in the first week of December, and has not featured in any of the last six outings in all competitions.
Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Juventus are only three parties interested in signing The 27-year-old opens the door for a potential move for Mbeuma this window.
The Brentford ace has vastly outperformed Rashford in a number of key areas throughout 2024/25, highlighting how he would be an excellent addition – even if he would cost a pretty penny in the process.
Mbeumo, which was called “one of the best players in the Premier League” pundit Dan Bardell, outscored the current United striker, while also averaging more progressive carries and passes – highlighting his ability in the last third.
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How Mbeumo compares to Rashford in PL (2024/25) |
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Statistics (at 90) |
Mbeumo |
Rashford |
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Games played |
20 |
15 |
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Goals scored |
13 |
4 |
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Progressive mounts |
3.2 |
1.8 |
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Progressive additions |
4.1 |
1.9 |
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Actions to create a shot |
3.8 |
2.7 |
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Download complete |
45% |
23% |
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Airports won |
1 |
0.5 |
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Statistics via FBref |
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On top of that, the Brentford star has completed multiple takeovers in 2024/25while winning multiple air flights, further showing his talent to appear in a range of different roles should Amorim complete the deal for his signature.
There is no debating that signings are desperately needed at Old Trafford if the Red Devils are to salvage anything from the current campaign, but it is crucial that any additions are smart and not just for the sake of it.
The Cameroonian is a player who could thrive if he moves to the North West, having all the tools to succeed under the former Sporting CP manager.
£42m is a phenomenal price for a player of his calibre, giving the team a new dimension in the striker they have been desperate for in recent months.
