Manchester United remain confident of finalising a deal for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo despite interest from Tottenham Hotspur. Mbeumo has told confidants he only wants to join United but well-placed sources say that has not deterred Spurs, who appointed Thomas Frank as their new coach last week.

According to ESPN Argentina, Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez is keen on a move to Old Trafford, as United search for a more consistent presence between the posts.

As reported by Sky Sports, the Cameroon international is admired at Old Trafford, but Spurs may now have the upper hand thanks to a familiar face in the dugout.