The summer transfer window is shaping up to be a hotbed of activity, with several Premier League clubs reportedly eyeing a move for Brentford’s star forward, Bryan Mbeumo. Among the interested parties are Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Arsenal, all of whom are keen to bolster their attacking options.
Mbeumo’s impressive performances for Brentford have caught the attention of these top-flight clubs, prompting a potential transfer battle in the coming months. However, securing his services will require a significant financial commitment, as Brentford are likely to demand a hefty fee for their prized asset.
In addition to the transfer fee, interested clubs will also need to offer Mbeumo an attractive wage package to lure him away from Brentford. Moreover, the prospect of playing in European competitions is said to be a key factor in Mbeumo’s decision-making process, as he aspires to join a club that can offer him that platform.
Among the clubs vying for his signature, Newcastle United appears to be an increasingly attractive option for Mbeumo. According to Cameroonian agent Romuald Eteki, Newcastle could provide the ideal environment for the young forward to thrive.
“Bryan Mbeumo has many suitors this season, thanks to his performances,” Eteki told Africa Foot. “The names of Liverpool, to compensate for a future departure of Salah, or Arsenal are often mentioned. However, I think Newcastle would be a good destination for him.”
Eteki highlighted several reasons why Newcastle could be the perfect fit for Mbeumo. Firstly, he believes that Mbeumo would be able to elevate his game at Newcastle, as the club has been consistently competing for European places in recent years.
Secondly, Eteki suggests that Mbeumo would be a guaranteed starter at Newcastle, unlike at Arsenal or Liverpool, where he would face stiff competition for a place in the starting XI. At Arsenal, he would have to contend with the established presence of Bukayo Saka on the right wing, while at Liverpool, he would face the daunting task of replacing Mohamed Salah, one of the Premier League’s best players.
“At Newcastle, he would certainly arrive in the shoes of an undisputed starter because on the right side of the team, there is not a player who stands out,” Eteki explained. “However, at Arsenal where Saka is unshakeable on the right or at Liverpool where succeeding Salah, the best player in the championship, the expectations would therefore be very high which can add additional pressure.”
While the allure of playing for Liverpool or Arsenal may be tempting, the prospect of regular playing time and the opportunity to develop his game at Newcastle could prove to be more appealing to Mbeumo at this stage of his career.