Brentford attacker Mbeumo is said to have settled on United as his preferred destination, with the clubs in negotiations for his transfer. However, Mbeumo’s current boss Thomas Frank has been linked with the vacant managerial position at Tottenham following Ange Postecoglou ’s dismissal on Friday.

The first stage of the summer transfer window will close at 7pm on Tuesday evening, meaning time is running out for Man United to get deals wrapped up.

Talks are ongoing as United work to reach an agreement for a player targeted by head coach Ruben Amorim to strengthen his attacking unit.