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Spurs push to hijack Man United’s £50m move for Brentford forward

Spurs test United’s resolve in Mbeumo pursuit

Tottenham Hotspur’s ambition under Daniel Levy appears to be gathering steam once again, this time centred around Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo. As reported by CaughtOffside, Spurs have made contact in an attempt to beat Manchester United to the 24-year-old’s signature, despite Mbeumo having already agreed personal terms with the Red Devils.

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Manchester United are believed to have returned with a second, improved bid following Brentford’s rejection of an initial offer in the region of €53 million. “United will need to come in with an offer that can satisfy Brentford,” the report states, with their latest proposal thought to be around £50 million plus £10 million in add-ons.

Tottenham’s interest, however, is not without intrigue. It comes as the North London club continues talks with Brentford manager Thomas Frank, a long-time mentor to Mbeumo, who has flourished under his guidance.

Managerial factor could shape transfer race

The prospect of Frank taking charge at Spurs is more than just a managerial appointment. It carries weight in the transfer market, especially when players like Mbeumo are considered. The two have built a rapport at Brentford, with the Cameroon international becoming one of the Premier League’s most consistent wide forwards under Frank’s tutelage.

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While CaughtOffside notes that “Mbeumo’s preference and priority” is still Manchester United, it is not a foregone conclusion. Should Frank arrive in N17, that relationship may give Tottenham a late edge.

United’s misfiring attack fuels urgency

Erik ten Hag’s successor, Ruben Amorim, is keen to rebuild United’s blunt forward line. “Attack has been a major problem for United, with the team finishing on a negative goal difference last season,” CaughtOffside rightly observes. Even with Matheus Cunha signed, the Red Devils are seeking more edge in the final third.

Mbeumo, with his directness, pressing intelligence and goal contributions, offers precisely that. But as the weeks wear on, Spurs’ late intervention could prove decisive.

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Future of Mbeumo still in balance

This saga is far from resolved. It now hinges on financial negotiations, managerial movements, and a player’s belief in the projects being built at two ambitious, albeit inconsistent, Premier League clubs.

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If you are a Spurs fan, this is exactly the kind of aggressive move supporters have longed to see. Too often in the past, Tottenham have lingered on the fringes of major deals, watching rivals steal a march. But if the club are genuinely prepared to back Thomas Frank from the outset — and Mbeumo is a big part of that — then this could signal a more decisive, upward shift in strategy.

Let’s be honest. Mbeumo is not just a good player, he’s a game-changer for a team like Spurs. His ability to play off either flank, press from the front, and contribute both goals and assists, makes him a perfect fit for a side trying to regain its identity. And the fact he already thrives under Frank is no small thing.

This would not only strengthen Spurs but frustrate a direct rival, something Tottenham have not done enough of in recent windows. For fans, it is a refreshing show of intent. A signing like Mbeumo, facilitated by a managerial reunion, feels like more than business — it feels like purpose.