However, the brilliant news for Mbeumo is that his preferred No. 19 is indeed available at Old Trafford. Last worn by Raphaël Varane for the Red Devils and previously donned by the likes of Amad Diallo, Rashford, Danny Welbeck and Dwight Yorke, it seems likely to be the shirt he takes once his signing is confirmed.

Bryan Mbeumo has joined Manchester United to boost their firepower options but does Ruben Amorim still need to sign a striker?

The third option is Ollie Watkins, a more experienced forward coming off a demanding season at Aston Villa, where he played 54 matches and scored 17 goals. With a contract until 2028, the 29-year-old Englishman brings physical presence, back-to-goal play, and effectiveness in the area.

Manchester United have reached an agreement with Brentford to sign Bryan Mbeumo, talkSPORT understands. United are on course to welcome the winger to Old Trafford in a deal worth £65million plus

Manchester United have stepped up their efforts to sign Bryan Mbeumo by making an improved offer to Brentford for the Cameroon international forward. The latest proposal is worth £65million plus £5m and is awaiting a response from the London club.