Manchester United's summer transfer business is far from over
Antonee Robinson.
Antonee Robinson is being closely eyed by Manchester United(Image: Tiego Grenho/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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Manchester United have been given the thumbs-up by Bryan Mbeumo to sign Fulham's Antonee Robinson. The striker is a massive fan of the defender and claims he "can do everything" in the Premier League.
Michael Carrick is said to be monitoring Robinson closely this summer as he aims to strengthen his options at left-back. Currently, Luke Shaw is the only recognised senior star in the position, after Tyrell Malacia departed at the end of his contract.
Harry Amass is considered as back-up to Shaw but with just seven first-team appearances, it is clear that United are in need of more experienced options. Robinson could be the answer.
The 28-year-old has 215 appearances for Fulham, making 26 goal contributions across six seasons. He has also earned 58 caps for the United States national team, scoring five goals.
Antonee Robinson.
Antonee Robinson has a wealth of experience to bring to United(Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
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Robinson's age could be a sticking point for United, according to The Guardian, as he is older than the club's preferred profile. But one person who is not interested in these negatives is Mbeumo.
The United attacker spoke in 2025 before he joined from Brentford, selecting Robinson as the one defender he didn't enjoy playing against. During an appearance on the Obi One podcast, the 26-year-old recalled his early battles with the left-back and how much he has progressed in his career.
Mbeumo explained: "I used to play against him when he was at Wigan and (he) changed completely. When he arrived he was really athletic, quick, but with his feet he was like, not so good, you know?
Antonee Robinson of Fulham battles for possession with Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Brentford FC at Craven Cottage on November 04, 2024 in London, England.
Mbeumo has faced Robinson on numerous occasions(Image: Clive Rose/Getty Images)
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"But throughout the years he improved a lot, and I think now he can do everything. He can attack, he can defend, he’s strong, he’s good with his feet now, and yeah, I think really, really hard to play against him."
Mbeumo has terrorised the Premier League for years before he joined United so the praise towards Robinson is not something to be sniffed at. He is estimated to be available for around £25million, making him a potential bargain for Carrick as he fleshes out his options in the squad.
With Shaw a dependable defender and Robinson bringing the proven experience, this could be the perfect formula in allowing Amass to progress at a reasonable pace while still having the options to succeed in the short-term.