Mbeumo scored 20 goals for Brentford in the Premier League last season, a feat no United player has achieved since Robin van Persie in 2012/13. Five players have informed Manchester United they would like to leave the club this summer.

Bryan Mbeumo has shown the first signs of breaking his silence amidst the ongoing speculation surrounding his future, as he reacted to an online message sent by one of Manchester United’s players.

United want to have signed Mbeumo before the squad departs for a pre-season tour of the United States, but they face an uphill battle to meet Brentford’s asking price, which is believed to be closer to £70 million ($95.1 million).

Man United's progress in the transfer window has slowed in recent weeks, but there is still plenty of time for them get their wheels in motion.