Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United)
October 2025
Rooney admitted initial doubts over Mbeumo’s £71m transfer have been dispelled after the winger scored at Anfield and delivered eight straight league starts, adding a Sunderland assist and decisive opener v Liverpool to underline early value in Rúben Amorim’s reshaped attack. Mbeumo translated Brentford productivity to United by pressing wide-to-in channels, attacking the back post, and sustaining high sprint volume. Rooney framed the win at Liverpool as proof Amorim’s selections work under pressure, elevating Mbeumo as United’s standout through chance creation and defensive work rate.