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has already made it clear that he would like to work with again next season. However, the scenery has changed in the month that followed. are currently the favourites to complete a deal for Mbeumo this summer after earning the 25-year-old forward's preference.

Yet, Frank's imminent arrival at , replacing sacked head coach , has added an intriguing angle to the saga. Spurs the Dane as their new boss after striking an agreement for highly-rated assistant Justin Cochrane to join him across London.

Simultaneously, reports claim that Frank is preparing to hijack United's pursuit of Mbeumo and lure his star man to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Brentford rejected the Red Devils' opening bid worth £45million plus £5m in add-ons and are holding out for a package of £60m.

While both clubs will be actively working the settle on a deal, the short break between the first summer deadline on June 10 to the start of the transfer window proper on June 16 invites the risk of shenanigans.

Frank made no secret of his admiration for Mbeumo throughout their long relationship at Brentford, during which he scored 70 goals and 51 appearances in 242 appearances.

Ahead of the summer transfer window, Frank discussed Mbeumo's future and insisted that while the Bees may have to listen to offers, the pair wished to continue working together.

"I'm the head coach. I want my best players to stay forever," Frank told . "I know that Bryan is very happy being here at Brentford, he's thriving, doing well and playing fantastic. What happens in the future? I don't know.

"I've said many times: we are a selling club. But at the same time, we have to reinforce that there are 10 clubs in the world that aren't selling clubs.

"So, of course, if the right price - and that's going to be expensive - is coming, then I'm sure the club will be open for it.

"But I'm very happy he's here, and I'm convinced that Bryan will still be happy playing football here."

Frank also admitted that the Cameroon international's desire to remain at Brentford could change if heavyweight interest arrived, though.

And it has in the form of United, despite the fallen giants' 15th-place finish in the Premier League last season and lack of European football in the upcoming campaign.

Spurs ended up in 17th, highlighting the magnitude of the task at hand for Frank in North London, but there is Champions League football on offer, courtesy of a Europa League triumph over United.

Mbeumo's heart seems set on a switch to Old Trafford, but his soon-to-be former boss will be waiting in the wings in case an opportunity presents itself.