Manchester United Sign Cameroon Star Bryan Mbuemo from Brentford
Manchester United have officially announced the signing of Cameroonian international Bryan Mbuemo from Premier League rivals Brentford, marking a major attacking addition to their squad ahead of the 2025/26 season.
The Red Devils confirmed the acquisition on their official website on Monday, July 21, 2025, following a successful agreement with the Bees. Mbuemo becomes United’s third signing of the summer transfer window, joining the likes of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha and Spanish left-back Diego León at Old Trafford under the leadership of manager Rúben Amorim.
💬 Mbuemo: “This is the club of my dreams”
Speaking to the club media after the announcement, an emotional Bryan Mbuemo shared what the move meant to him:
“As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester United, I knew I had to take it. This is the club of my dreams — the team whose shirt I wore growing up. My mindset has always been to improve every day, and I believe I have the mentality and character to reach even greater heights here.”
“Working under a manager like Rúben Amorim and playing alongside world-class players in this environment is something I’ve been striving for. Everyone talks about the exciting culture being built at United. This is a massive club with a legendary stadium and passionate fans. We’re all hungry to compete for the biggest trophies.”
💰 Transfer Fee and Contract Details
Manchester United sealed the deal with Brentford for a transfer fee of £65 million, with an additional £6 million in performance-based add-ons, bringing the total potential value of the transfer to £71 million.
Mbuemo has signed a five-year contract with the club, keeping him at Old Trafford until June 2030.
📊 Mbuemo’s Record So Far
The 25-year-old forward arrives with an impressive résumé. During his time at Brentford, he scored 70 goals and provided 51 assists in 242 appearances across all competitions since joining in 2019. Last season alone, Mbuemo recorded his best-ever campaign, scoring 20 goals and assisting seven times in the Premier League—cementing his status as one of the division’s most dangerous wide forwards.
🔢 Shirt Number and Pre-Season Tour
Mbuemo will wear the number 19 shirt for Manchester United. The winger is expected to be part of United’s pre-season squad traveling to the United States on Tuesday, as preparations for the new season intensify.
His arrival is seen as a strategic move to bolster United’s attacking options, bringing pace, creativity, and consistent goal contributions to their right flank.