Mbeumo did play alongside Yoane Wissa as a striker at times for Brentford last season, and with his ability to run in behind, come short and combine with other attackers and clinical finishing – as seen by scoring 20 goals from 12.3 expected goals – the Cameroonian could be a strong option as Man Utd’s starting striker.

Bryan Mbeumo has taken another step closer to completing his £71million transfer from Brentford to Manchester United. The Red Devils have been pursuing the player for quite some time as Ruben Amorim looks to overhaul his ailing front line.

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.

Man United are set to sign Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford in a deal worth up to £71million, after the two clubs agreed a fee for the talented forward over the weekend