The Red Devils are in advanced negotiations with the representatives of Cunha and they are expected to open talks with Wolves to negotiate on the £62.5 million release clause.
Alongside the Brazilian, the club are eager to land another versatile forward and The Telegraph claim that Mbeumo has emerged as a top target for the Mancunian giants in recent weeks.
The Cameroon international has had a splendid campaign with the Bees. He has accumulated 18 goals and provided seven assists from 39 appearances.
The 25-year-old has been tipped to pursue a bigger challenge in the summer and reports claim that United are preparing a potential swoop for his services.
They are unlikely to be alone in the mix with competition from Premier League rivals. Brentford are expected to hold out for around £60m to sanction his sale this summer.