Mbeumo speaks frankly about Manchester United players after a disappointing run of form

Bryan Mbeumo candidly urges his Manchester United teammates to be accountable after the loss against Brentford.

Manchester United continues to face a crisis after suffering a 1-3 defeat to Brentford in the latest Premier League round. This poor result not only threatens coach Ruben Amorim’s position but also sparks intense criticism from within the club.

The voice speaking out this time is Bryan Mbeumo, Manchester United’s £65 million signing during the summer transfer window. Speaking to Sky Sports, the Cameroonian attacking midfielder believes that responsibility lies not only with the coaching staff but also with each player individually: “I believe everyone in the team needs to take responsibility. When you wear the jersey of a big club like this, every individual must understand their role. As a collective, we have to perform better.”

Mbeumo joined Old Trafford after declining an offer from Tottenham Hotspur, a team managed by Thomas Frank, his former coach at Brentford. Expectations for the winger are high, but the start of the season has unfolded in an unwanted way.

Manchester United has won only 2 of their first 6 Premier League matches and was also knocked out early from the Carabao Cup after a shocking penalty shootout loss to Grimsby Town. Notably, Mbeumo missed the decisive penalty that led to the Red Devils’ defeat against the League Two side.

Pressure is mounting. Just months into his Manchester United career, Mbeumo has clearly felt the heavy burden that any star faces when the team struggles. He admits: “Clearly, this is very different from what I’ve experienced before. But the only thing we need to focus on is ourselves, listening to what is happening inside the club.”

The 26-year-old midfielder also states he has developed a habit of avoiding outside criticism: “It’s not too hard to block out the noise. Most of what we see comes from social media, so I limit my presence there and try to concentrate on my work.”

Mbeumo’s frank comments reveal the tense atmosphere engulfing Old Trafford. Despite being a recent arrival, he openly calls on the entire team to “look in the mirror” instead of blaming any single individual, amid the fierce criticism facing coach Ruben Amorim.

According to the schedule, Manchester United will return to Old Trafford this weekend to host Sunderland. This match is seen as a crucial test for Amorim personally, as a poor result could jeopardize his position as head coach.

Meanwhile, Mbeumo and his teammates will need to prove that their calls for responsibility are not just words but must be demonstrated through concrete actions on the pitch.