Mbeumo: “Leny Yoro Told Me I’d Be Perfect for Man Utd”

Bryan Mbeumo – ‘Leny Yoro Already Told Me I’d Be A Good Fit at Man United’

Bryan Mbeumo’s transfer to Manchester United may have been a closely watched saga, but the winger has now revealed a surprising nudge that helped him warm to the idea of a move, a casual chat on holiday with Leny Yoro, who joined the Red Devils last summer.

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The £65 million signing, speaking on Rio Ferdinand Presents, shared how a chance encounter with United’s rising defensive talent gave him a subtle push toward Old Trafford.

“I just met Leny on holiday,” Mbeumo said with a smile. “He already knew about the rumours and said it would be good if I came. I was like, yeah, I hope so too!”

That casual encouragement clearly stuck. Mbeumo, who netted 20 Premier League goals for Brentford last season, was one of the most sought-after forwards in Europe this summer, with Newcastle United and Spurs also in the race. But United acted decisively, giving Ruben Amorim another versatile weapon up front.

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Settling in hasn’t been an issue either, thanks in part to familiar faces.

Holiday Chat with Yoro Helped Seal Mbeumo’s Move to United.

“I already knew Andre [Onana] and Leny, so that helped. It made my first few days much smoother,” he explained. “Once you join the summer tour, you’re with the team 24/7, it’s a great way to bond.”

While the spotlight has often been on the big-money deals and Amorim’s ambitious rebuild, Mbeumo’s smooth integration highlights the value of locker-room chemistry and peer influence in modern transfers.

A simple conversation in the sun might not make headlines, but for Mbeumo, it added a layer of comfort and a sense of belonging before he even pulled on the red shirt.

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Now fully immersed in United’s pre-season tour, Mbeumo is already eyeing his impact, both on and off the pitch, with his eyes firmly set on helping the club return to the top of English football.