Yoane Wissa remarks on Bryan Mbeumo sum up star Man Utd have signed - 'We have arguments'

Bryan Mbeumo is officially a Manchester United player after being unveiled as the club's third signing of the summer transfer window. And former Brentford comrade Yoane Wissa shed light on the type of individual Ruben Amorim is adding to his squad.

United will pay £65million for the winger, spread over four instalments, with Brentford poised to receive an additional £6m in bonuses. Mbeumo, 25, has committed to a five-year deal at Old Trafford, with the option for a further year, despite reports of Chelsea attempting to hijack the deal late on. The Cameroonian, who has earned praise from United defender Leny Yoro of late, has been a stand-out performer for Brentford throughout their four years in the Premier League. Wissa has been another key player in the Bees' offensive line-up and finished level with Mbeumo as the club's joint-top scorer on 20 goals last season. And his fellow forward has previously spoken about Mbeumo's more combative traits, which could be just as valuable as the player's on-field ability in Manchester.

"[Bryan] is stubborn sometimes," said Wissa while sitting next to his now-ex-team-mate during an interview with Brentford's official website (via the Mirror) last September. "But we talk, and it's not about fighting, it's about understanding each other."

In response to Wissa's comments about his stubbornness, Mbeumo asked whether he was referring to his attitude on or off the pitch. Without hesitation, Wissa affirmed that both were true.

"We do have arguments every now and then," replied the DR Congo international, delving into their occasional on-field disputes. "Mainly about being in the box, when either of us is in the right or wrong positions to shoot. That's the main thing between us... that's the only sort of disagreements we have on the pitch, apart from when we lose, that's always tough."

These revelations hint at a competitive edge to United's latest addition, a quality that seems to have dwindled at Old Trafford in recent years. The squad has tenacious figures like skipper Bruno Fernandes, Lisandro Martinez, Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte, but the team is still in serious need of more bite.

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Mbeumo's tally of 20 goals last term was the highest of his career to date, taking on a large brunt of the attacking burden after Ivan Toney's departure. But his performances suggest there's more than just raw skill at play.

Wissa continued: "It was all about finding the right balance between good competition but also fighting with each other. We are also fighting with each other, but that doesn't mean you have to hate each other!"

This particular insight sheds light on Mbeumo's ambition to push both himself and his team-mates to excel, all while maintaining vital camaraderie. Possessing the knack to inspire without causing friction is a commendable trait often lost on some stars.

Mbeumo also shared insights into the type of support that brings out his best on the pitch. And it suggests Amorim and his team might need to offer a nurturing approach if he doesn't immediately excel at Old Trafford.

"I'm someone who needs support and love to give my best performances," said Mbeumo. "I'm really lucky to have someone like Wissa, who always wants the best for me."

He further elaborated on the importance of having a supportive team-mate, adding: "I always want to give 100%, but there are some times when I'm feeling down, so having someone like him who will help and push you in the right direction is brilliant to have."