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Manchester United had one last chance to rescue their disappointing season by clinching the Europa League title against Tottenham Hotspur.
Instead, it was Ange Postecoglou’s side who claimed the silverware, leaving United empty-handed and facing a bleak outlook.

What this means is Man Utd are now set to finish trophyless, 16th in the Premier League table and will have no European competition to play for next year. It is a stark fall-off for a club that dominated English football under Sir Alex Ferguson.

Now, the upcoming season becomes very difficult for Ruben Amorim and Man Utd as they will be limited, both in terms of spending power and the talent that they can attract. It is a difficult position to be in but they need to find a way out of that.
Former chief scout Mick Brown has revealed that Man Utd will holds talks with both Bournemouth and Brentford for Antoine Semenyo and Bryan Mbeumo. As quoted by Football Insider, here is what he said:

“They’ll speak to both clubs (Bournemouth and Brentford for Semenyo and Mbeumo), but eventually they have to make a decision.”

Once they’ve determined what the asking prices are going to be, whether they’ll be available and things like that, they’ll push ahead with one of them.“

As was very clearly evident against Tottenham Hotspur, it’s the attack that needs major reinforcement at Man Utd.

The Red Devils have struggled to score goals this season and it comes as no surprise to see them being linked with two prolific Premier League playmakers.

Mbeumo is expected to cost around £65m, while Semenyo is expected to cost around £60m. The former has emerged as a talisman for Brentford after the exit of English striker Ivan Toney while the latter has had a key role to play for Andoni Iraola’s side.

Both these players would be excellent additions to the Man Utd team, but it is clear that they will have to make a choice between the two players on who they go ahead with. Ultimately, it could come down to player desire.
With no trophies, no European football, and a 16th-place finish, Manchester United now face a defining summer. The pressure is on Ruben Amorim and the recruitment team to make smart, impactful decisions, particularly in the attack.

Whether they choose Semenyo or Mbeumo could shape the trajectory of the coming campaign. The road back to relevance won’t be easy, but it must start now, with clarity, conviction, and a well-executed plan.

Manchester United’s 2024/25 season has officially hit rock bottom: **no trophies**, a shocking **16th-place Premier League finish**, and **no European football** for the first time in over a decade. Their Europa League final defeat to Tottenham has only intensified the pressure on **Ruben Amorim** and the club’s leadership.

Now, the summer transfer window has become **absolutely crucial**—not just to rebuild, but to **restore belief** in the project.

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### **Semenyo vs. Mbeumo – The First Big Decision**

Former chief scout **Mick Brown** has confirmed United will hold talks with:

* **Bournemouth** for **Antoine Semenyo**
* **Brentford** for **Bryan Mbeumo**

#### **Player Profiles:**

| Player | Club | Age | Estimated Fee | 2023/24 Stats | Strengths |
| ——————- | ———– | — | ————- | ———————————– | —————————————————– |
| **Antoine Semenyo** | Bournemouth | 24 | £60m | 11 goals, 5 assists | Powerful runner, dribbler, vertical threat |
| **Bryan Mbeumo** | Brentford | 24 | £65m | 9 goals, 7 assists (despite injury) | Creative playmaker, smart movement, set-piece ability |

* **Mbeumo** is a more polished attacker with **Premier League pedigree**, adaptability, and can play as a wide forward or inside No. 10.
* **Semenyo** is explosive and direct—a better outlet in transition but slightly less refined technically.

Both are long-term assets, but **Mbeumo’s tactical intelligence** and consistent output could make him a better fit in **Amorim’s system**, especially if used in a **3-4-2-1 or 3-4-3** setup.

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### **Lack of European Football: A Major Obstacle**

Without continental football, United must:

* Offer **attractive wages or longer-term career plans**
* Appeal to **players hungry for responsibility** (e.g., players like Cunha, who reportedly don’t care about Champions League status)
* Be **savvier in negotiations** — no overspending for players who don’t elevate the project

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### **What’s Next?**

* **Matheus Cunha** is expected to arrive first (£62.5m)
* Then, a **decision between Mbeumo or Semenyo**
* Further reinforcements needed in midfield (Ugarte/Neves) and at centre-back (De Ligt/Yoro)

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### **Final Word**

Manchester United face a **defining summer** where mistakes will only deepen the crisis, and smart signings could reignite a broken squad. The **first major attacking decision—Semenyo or Mbeumo—will set the tone** for the rebuild under Ruben Amorim.

Would you like a side-by-side tactical fit breakdown or ideal XI if either of them joins?