Paul Parker believes that Bryan Mbeumo has already become ‘irreplaceable’ under Ruben Amorim and fears for Manchester United when the forward leaves for the AFCON .

United signed Mbeumo from Brentford for £65million over the summer as they sought to refresh their attacking options following a dismal season in front of goal.

Mbeumo arrived at Old Trafford along with Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha , but it has been the Cameroon international who has adapted quickest to life at his new club.

The 26-year-old has scored five times, the most of any United player, and provided one assist in his 12 Premier League appearances.

However, with next month’s African Cup of Nations fast approaching, United are braced for the departure of Mbeumo, as well as Amad Diallo and Noussair M

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