United saw their opening offer of £45million – plus £10m add-ons – for Mbeumo rejected out of hand by Brentford and discussions are ongoing over a proposed switch to Old Trafford, with the transfer window open once again.

It had been reported that Spurs landing Thomas Frank as their new manager might’ve helped persuade Mbeumo to snub United and join the north Londoners instead. Despite talk of Spurs submitting a £70million offer for the attacker, it’s suggested Mbeumo’s priority remains fixed on a move to the 20-time champions.