AliousBryan Mbeumo, the talented Cameroon international winger, is attracting significant attention following an outstanding season with Brentford, where he has already notched 15 goals.
As Brentford prepares to face Newcastle United in a Premier League match on Wednesday, speculation about Mbeumo’s future intensifies.
Newcastle have been closely monitoring the 25-year-old over the past year, viewing him as a potential competitor for Jacob Murphy on the right flank. Journalist and Brentford supporter Daniel Blackham, speaking on The Everything is Black and White Podcast, has endorsed a potential transfer to St James’ Park as the perfect next step for Mbeumo.
Blackham praised Mbeumo’s exceptional abilities, expressing his reluctance to see the player leave Brentford but acknowledging that this season might be his last with the club.
He noted that while top-tier clubs like Liverpool have been linked with Mbeumo in the past, their interest may wane if Mohamed Salah remains at Anfield, potentially narrowing Mbeumo’s options.
For Blackham, Newcastle represents an ideal destination—a step up in stature without the overwhelming pressure of joining a global giant like PSG or Barcelona, where regular playing time might not be guaranteed.
At Newcastle, Mbeumo would likely be a starter, offering him European football and the chance to perform in front of a passionate fanbase.
Newcastle’s transfer activity has been constrained by the Premier League’s financial regulations in recent windows, with their last major signing being Sandro Tonali from AC Milan for £56 million in the summer of 2023.
However, there is optimism that manager Eddie Howe will receive a substantial budget this summer to bolster the squad. Blackham believes Newcastle could afford Brentford’s asking price for Mbeumo, which was reportedly set at £75 million in January.
While he personally values Mbeumo at £100 million to £120 million—citing his loyalty, consistent effort, and importance to Brentford compared to Ivan Toney’s £40 million exit with a year left on his deal—Blackham suggests a more realistic transfer fee might be around £60 million, still a shrewd investment.
Brentford, currently 11th in the Premier League and within striking distance of a European spot, boast several in-form players drawing interest from other clubs. Blackham highlighted the likes of Yoane Wissa (linked to Nottingham Forest), Kevin Schade (previously close to joining Dortmund), and Mikkel Damsgaard, who has hit top form.
He cautioned that Brentford are unlikely to let multiple key attackers depart in one window, meaning Mbeumo’s future could hinge on the club’s other transfer dealings. For instance, an early exit for Wissa might secure Mbeumo’s stay, while a move for Schade could similarly block Mbeumo’s departure until 2026.
Newcastle’s sporting director, Paul Mitchell, will spearhead any negotiations, with the club having already signaled their interest. Blackham emphasized Mbeumo’s on-pitch leadership and critical role in Brentford’s system, admitting his fear of losing such a pivotal figure.
For Newcastle, landing Mbeumo could mark a marquee addition in a potentially transformative summer window, though competition from other suitors and Brentford’s reluctance to weaken their squad add layers of complexity to the transfer saga.
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