Man United weigh £60m Bryan Mbeumo amid budget limits after missing Liam Delap

After failing to secure Liam Delap and missing Champions League football, Man United are targeting cost-effective striker options. They are eyeing Jean-Philippe Mateta and Randal Kolo Muani, with Bryan Mbeumo's £60m price tag possibly too steep given financial constraints.

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Manchester United are actively exploring options to bolster their attacking options after missing out on Liam Delap. The club is weighing a £60 million bid for Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo, though budget constraints following their failure to qualify for next season's Champions League may limit this move.

In addition to Mbeumo, United have reignited interest in Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani and Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta as more affordable alternatives. Kolo Muani, who struggled at PSG before a loan spell at Juventus where he scored eight goals and provided two assists in 19 games, could be available for around £35 million.

"United are also considering a move for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, another states, though his price tag of £60m ($81m) could turn them away due to budget constraints after they missed out on a place in next season's Champions League."

Mateta, who has demonstrated Premier League quality with 17 goals in 46 appearances this season and recently won an FA Cup medal, is also on United's radar.

"Mateta now has an FA Cup medal around his neck and demonstrated his Premier League quality yet again in the 2024-25 season, coming up with 17 goals in 46 appearances in all competitions."

The club's financial situation has also ruled out moves for other high-profile targets from Sporting Lisbon, RB Leipzig, and Napoli, emphasizing the need for cost-effective signings.

As Manchester United look to strengthen their squad, the balance between ambition and budget will be crucial in their transfer strategy this summer.
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Manchester United are considering a £60 million move for Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo amid budget constraints after missing out on Liam Delap. Alternatives include Jean-Philippe Mateta and Randal Kolo Muani, with Kolo Muani potentially available for £35 million following a loan at Juventus.
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The Red Devils are no longer considered serious contenders for Sporting Lisbon's due to his hefty price tag, and their financial situation could also scupper moves for RB Leipzig's and Napoli's.
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Key Facts
  • Man United missed out on signing striker Liam Delap and failed to qualify for next season's Champions League, impacting their transfer budget.
  • Man United identified two cheaper alternative strikers to strengthen Ruben Amorim's attack after missing out on Delap.Goal
  • Interest reignited in PSG forward Randal Kolo Muani and Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta as potential signings.Goal
  • Jean-Philippe Mateta scored 17 goals in 46 appearances in the 2024-25 season and won an FA Cup medal, demonstrating Premier League quality.Sports Mole
  • Randal Kolo Muani had a productive loan at Juventus with 8 goals and 2 assists in 19 games and could be available for £35 million.Sports MoleGoal
  • Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo is also considered by Man United but his £60 million price tag may be too high given budget constraints after missing Champions League qualification.Goal
Key Stats at a Glance
Jean-Philippe Mateta goals in 2024-25 season
17 goals
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Jean-Philippe Mateta appearances in 2024-25 season
46 appearances
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Randal Kolo Muani goals during loan at Juventus
8 goals
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Randal Kolo Muani assists during loan at Juventus
2 assists
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Randal Kolo Muani games played during loan at Juventus
19 games
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Randal Kolo Muani potential transfer fee
a335 million
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Bryan Mbeumo transfer price tag
a360 million
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