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Bryan Mbeumo reveals he only wanted Man Utd after pitch from Ruben Amorim as £71m signing admits 'speaking to other managers'

Bryan Mbeumo has revealed how Ruben Amorim's pitch convinced him to sign for Manchester United this summer. After a long transfer saga, the Cameroonian completed his move to Old Trafford as the Red Devils agreed to pay £71 million ($95.5m) to Brentford. Mbeumo had also attracted strong interest from Tottenham and Newcastle, but he chose to join United.

'The problem is he gets frustrated' – Ruben Amorim admits Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes can lose his temper despite heroics following pre-season brace

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim admitted that club captain Bruno Fernandes loses his temper quite often on the pitch which in turn affects his focus on the match. Amorim shared an advice for compatriot on what to do on the field. Fernandes was on fire during the club's first pre-season friendly in the US tour as his brace helped United pip West Ham 2-1.

Ruben Amorim admits Man Utd may NOT sign elite striker as he puts goal-scoring burden on new arrivals Matheus Cunha & Bryan Mbeumo

Ruben Amorim has hinted that Manchester United might not sign an elite striker this summer as he puts his faith in new signings Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo to take the responsibility of scoring goals for the club, while claiming Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee would have to fight for their place in his starting line-up in the 2025-26 campaign.

VIDEO: Matheus Cunha opens up on 'dream club' Man Utd & claims signing for Red Devils was 'privilege' despite pressure of playing under Old Trafford spotlight

Matheus Cunha has confidently brushed off suggestions that he is feeling the heat following his high-profile move to Manchester United, asserting that the responsibility of helping restore the club to its former heights is not a burden but a privilege. After arriving at Old Trafford in a £62.5 million deal, the Brazilian forward was swiftly joined by Bryan Mbeumo, who arrived from Brentford for a reported £71 million.

Ruben Amorim considering transfer U-turn as Man Utd head coach weighs up striker options despite previously ruling out replacement for Rasmus Hojlund

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim may be preparing to revisit his plans for a new centre-forward as he reportedly continues to assess the club’s options in the transfer market. Despite having already overseen a substantial outlay exceeding £130 million this summer, in Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford and Matheus Cunha from Wolves, the Portuguese has not completely shut the door on bringing in additional firepower.