As Manchester United continue their pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo, here's the story of how Brentford got a transfer for the Cameroon international over the line in 2019

Manchester United face a crucial month for their transfer aspirations, with the football season's return right around the corner once the calendar page turns to August. Ruben Amorim has made just one addition to the squad that produced United's worst-ever Premier League campaign, signing Matheus Cunha from Wolves in a £62.5million deal.

A Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha partnership will help Man Utd climb the table - but they need another signing still to further boost their attack.