United plotting move for monstrous 20-yo defender, club ready to accept €7m bid – The Athletic

Manchester United are currently focusing all their energy on signing Bryan Mbeumo but the club’s scouting department is following a number of players.

United have been chasing Mbeumo since the start of the summer and convinced the 25-year-old to join their project early in June.

However, on Tuesday, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming the Red Devils and Brentford remain millions of pounds apart in the negotiation for the transfer of the right winger.

Manchester United prioritising strengthening attack

According to The Athletic, United are “being patient” in the hope that Brentford ease on their valuation, as the Cameroonian is determined to move to Old Trafford.

However, Ineos’ approach has left Ruben Amorim in a tricky position heading into the pre-season tour.

Significant changes were expected all across the pitch on the back of an abysmal campaign. Still, United have only added Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha to their ranks this summer. Diego León has also joined the first team squad but his signing was sealed in January.

Manchester United interested in Helland

Regardless of Ineos’ priority, United’s scouting department are monitoring several players to improve other areas of the squad.

The Athletic reveal that United sent a scout to watch SK Brann prodigy Eivind Helland against Viking on Sunday. Brann won the fixture 3-1.

The 6ft 5in defender is known for his imposing style of play and agility which allow him to dominate both aerial and ground duals. The captain of Norway’s under-21s is capable of playing as a centre-back and right-back. He has made 37 appearances for the Norwegian outfit so far.

The 20-year-old has around 18 months left to run on his contract. It is claimed he would cost around €7million to €8m. 

Since United are likely to spend the majority of their budget on attackers, a reasonably priced talent like Helland could prove to be a shrewd buy for the Mancunians. 

United are also thought to be monitoring Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor, who is viewed as Altay Bayindir’s possible replacement.

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