In a stunning development that has rocked Manchester United’s fanbase, Nigerian wonderkid Mbemuo has officially closed the door on a potential move to Old Trafford — and has instead committed himself to arch-rivals Liverpool.
Once a proud admirer of the Red Devils and touted as one of the most promising young players from Africa, Mbemuo has now publicly declared that his dream of wearing the red of Manchester United is over for good.
The 21-year-old forward, who had long been linked with a switch to United, didn’t hold back as he voiced his frustrations over the club’s prolonged silence.
“It’s been 44 days since they first contacted me,” Mbemuo revealed. “Since then, nothing happened. No updates, no progress. Just silence.
When they wanted Sancho, they acted fast — they moved with purpose. But with me, it was like I didn’t matter.”
His comments, raw and emotional, have struck a nerve with supporters who feel let down by their club’s lack of urgency.
Mbemuo’s public rejection of United isn’t just a missed transfer — it’s a deep dent in the club’s reputation.
Once feared in the market for their swift and aggressive pursuit of talent, United now appear sluggish and disjointed, failing to show the same hunger that once defined their recruitment strategy.
Mbemuo’s reference to Jadon Sancho’s speedy acquisition only highlighted how differently his own situation was handled, and it paints a picture of a club no longer able to close deals for top talent with conviction.
Liverpool, on the other hand, wasted no time seizing the opportunity. With new manager Arne Slot aiming to rebuild the Reds’ attack, the Merseyside club made a convincing case to Mbemuo — one he couldn’t ignore.
Unlike United, Liverpool demonstrated immediate interest, consistent communication, and a clear vision for where Mbemuo fits in.
That proactive approach made the difference. “Liverpool actually value me,” Mbemuo said. “They believe in me — and that’s what every player wants.”
The fallout from this saga is huge. For United, losing a player of Mbemuo’s caliber — especially to one of their fiercest rivals — is a bitter pill to swallow. The club had every chance to secure him but failed to act.
Now, with fans voicing outrage and Liverpool celebrating a major coup, the message is loud and clear: hesitation in the modern transfer market is a fatal flaw, and Manchester United have just learned that lesson the hard way.
