Manchester United today confirmed, at long last, the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. We’ve been linked with the 25-year-old since the start of the transfer window, with rumours suggesting the player was only interested in signing for United, and now he’s signed on the dotted line with the majority of the pre-season still to go.
Speaking to the club’s official site, Mbeumo explained why he signed for United over the other clubs who were interested, like Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle.
As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I had to take the opportunity to sign for the club of my dreams; the team whose shirt I wore growing up.
My mentality is to always be better than I was yesterday. I know that I have the spirit and character to reach another level here learning from Ruben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players.
Everybody told me about the environment that is being created here and how exciting the plans are for the future. This is a massive club, with an incredible stadium and amazing fans, we are all really determined to challenge for the biggest trophies.
United’s third offer, an initial £65m with the possibility of £6m in add ons, was accepted by Brentford.
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