Transfer market expert Graeme Bailey has revealed that the challenge that Manchester United are facing from Tottenham for the services of Bryan Mbeumo is a formidable one, with the Red Devils no longer sure of getting a deal over the line.
It appears as if the Lilywhites mean business in their pursuit of the Brentford star, with many outlets claiming that Tottenham are willing to outbid Man United for Bryan Mbeumo.
In fact, some sources have stated that Spurs have already launched a £70m offer for Mbeumo as they aim to reunite the forward with Thomas Frank.
However, despite this offer, Man United are still reportedly favourites to land Mbeumo, who is alleged to have given a verbal agreement to the Red Devils regarding a move to Old Trafford.
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Bryan Mbeumo no longer certain to head to Man United as Tottenham linger
Graeme Bailey has now said that United now have a genuine cause for concern about their deal for the Brentford star being hijacked by the Lilywhites.
He explained that while Rubem Amorim’s men saw off competition from Newcastle for the 25-year-old, overcoming Tottenham Hotspur’s challenge is proving much harder.
Bailey told United In Focus: “Tottenham are in touch with Mbeumo’s camp and whilst a bid is being denied, there is clearly something happening – I was told earlier this week that Spurs were on to watch as they were waiting in the wings, safe to say they have taken to the stage now and are ready to compete with United.
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“United are not going to get into whether they are worried, but I can say that within football a number of people no longer believe he is certain to move to Old Trafford.
“United had clearly seen off the likes of Newcastle previously, but this Spurs interest with the chance of staying in London is different and certainly a genuine option for him now.”
Spurs are optimistic but Mbeumo’s statement was revealing
It was claimed by The Independent’s Miguel Delaney over the weekend that Tottenham believe they have a good chance of landing Bryan Mbeumo, now that they have acquired the services of Frank.
Speaking about the Dane’s departure on Sunday, Mbeumo thanked Frank for all he had done for him, admitting that he helped him develop both on and off the pitch.
That certainly does not sound like a player who is expecting to reunite with the 51-year-old, which could be a cause for concern for Tottenham.
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