The Cameroon international has been the subject of wide-ranging speculation during the off-season. United have reportedly had multiple bids for Mbeumo rejected, with Brentford thought to be standing firm on their valuation, which is said to be in excess of £62.5 million ($85.1 million).

United's full focus is on completing a deal for Mbeumo, after they saw a bid of of £55m plus £7.5m turned down.