October 26th 2024.
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, is looking to bolster his squad during the upcoming January transfer window. After a strong investment in attacking options over the summer, the team has seen mixed results. While some players like Joshua Zirkzee have struggled to make an immediate impact, others like Rasmus Hojlund have impressed after returning from injury. However, ten Hag is wary of relying too heavily on players who have had difficulty maintaining their fitness in the past.
In the midst of all this, Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo has emerged as a standout player in the Premier League. Despite concerns about the team's performance after losing their top scorer Ivan Toney, Mbeumo has stepped up and is having a stellar season. In fact, he scored two more goals in Saturday's thrilling 4-3 win over Ipswich, bringing his total for the season to eight. It's no surprise that former Manchester United defender Mikaël Silvestre believes the 25-year-old would be a great addition to the team.
Silvestre said, "I think top clubs like Manchester United should be keeping a close eye on Mbeumo's progress this season. It's a big moment in his career at the age of 25 to see if he can make that step up. He has the character to be a success at Old Trafford, but I don't see him going to Arsenal, Liverpool, or Manchester City just yet. He's full of confidence and it's a decisive season for him personally."
Frank Thomas, the manager of Brentford, also praised Mbeumo and the team's impressive comeback against Ipswich. Mbeumo's winning goal in added time secured their victory after initially being down two goals against a struggling Ipswich team. Speaking after the match, Frank said, "We're in the entertainment business, so we wanted to give the fans their money's worth. It's easier to be on the winning side, but I feel for Ipswich's manager, Kieran. He's working just as hard as me. In the first 40 minutes, they were the better team and we were down 2-0. It was one of the worst 40 minutes we've played in the Premier League. But we showed great mentality and personality to make a fantastic comeback. Football is relentless."
Mbeumo's impressive performance, with eight goals in nine matches, has caught the attention of many, including Frank. When asked if Mbeumo should be considered one of the best players in the league, Frank replied, "I hope people start to recognize that. He's scored eight goals in nine games, which is hugely impressive for a winger in a mid-table Premier League team. That's not something you see every day."
So, will Mbeumo make a move to Manchester United in the January transfer window? Only time will tell. But one thing is for sure, he is a player to keep an eye on as he continues to shine for Brentford in the Premier League.
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