‘Man United need to get this done’ – Rio Ferdinand on Bryan Mbeumo transfer

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has urged his former club to finalise a deal for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, insisting the Red Devils cannot afford to miss out after weeks of speculation.

The Cameroon international has been heavily linked with United this summer, and reports indicate that the club is aiming to secure his signature before their U.S. pre-season tour begins with a fixture against West Ham in New Jersey on July 26.

Speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents YouTube channel, Ferdinand expressed concern over the prolonged negotiations and warned United not to let the deal fall through.

“Man United need to find a way of meeting Brentford’s valuation,” he said. “The proposal doesn’t seem to be enough for Brentford, but Man United need to get this done.

“It’s been in the news for far too long… to get to the end of the window and it doesn’t happen, I think that will be an egg-on-the-face situation for Man United unless they go and get someone else.”

Brentford are reportedly holding out for around £65 million, and director of football Phil Giles has hinted that the winger will stay unless that valuation is met.

“Who have they got waiting in the wings as an alternative? We haven’t heard any names that are close,” Ferdinand added.

“I would be surprised if this deal doesn’t go through. United have allowed it to go public and they are in a position now where they have to make a move to get it over the line.

“I will repeat myself: he fits the bill for me physically, he is dynamic, scores goals in the Premier League, knows the Premier League. Watch this space.”