Manchester United's prolonged pursuit of Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo is facing a new threat courtesy of Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports. The Red Devils are stalling in their bid to sign Mbeumo this summer after Brentford rejected their opening two offers, the latest of which was worth £55million plus £7.5m in add-ons.
Ruben Amorim identified the 25-year-old as his next priority after completing the £62.5m signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves. However, Brentford are holding out for a larger transfer fee, as they believe Mbeumo's valuation exceeds that of Cunha. United are expected to return with a third bid, but it remains to be seen when that will arrive.
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And the Old Trafford giants reportedly face new pressure in the form of Tottenham's interest in Mbeumo's team-mate, Yoane Wissa.
According to Sky Sports, Spurs have maintained their interest in the 28-year-old after emerging as suitors in the January transfer window.
Brentford are said to be aware as the Lilywhites explore the conditions of a potential deal, but they have not yet initiated contact.
It's claimed that the Bees would be unlikely to sell both Mbeumo and Wissa after the dynamic duo produced 51 goal involvements combined in the Premier League last season.
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And, therefore, should Wissa complete a transfer to North London, the report adds that it would become increasingly difficult for United to convince Brentford to part ways with Mbeumo.
Spurs have already threatened United's move for the Cameroon international after hiring new head coach Thomas Frank.
The ex-Brentford boss was keen to take Mbeumo with him, but failed with a hijack after the forward made his desire to land at Old Trafford clear.
Whether he seals his dream switch will depend on United either achieving a compromise on a transfer fee or meeting his club's demands.
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While Brentford want in excess of £63m for Mbeumo, Wissa would cost less, considering he turns 29 in September and has just one year remaining on his contract.
Though that deal should be more straightforward to complete, Brentford would, naturally, be obliged to prioritise the higher-value transfer.
In the meantime, Tottenham have agreed a £55m deal with West Ham United for attacker Mohammed Kudus.
Sky Sports report that the 24-year-old's arrival is not expected to impact Frank's interest in recruiting Wissa, with Spurs believing there is a deal to be done.