Mbeumo fumes as he exposes the one Manchester United player who costs them three crucial points against West Ham yesterday

Manchester United’s 1–1 draw with West Ham has done far more damage than simply dropping points — it has thrown the dressing room into turmoil and exposed fractures that had been simmering beneath the surface. What should have been a routine finish to a controlled match has instead spiralled into one of the club’s most serious internal flare-ups of the season.

Tension erupted immediately after the final whistle, with multiple insiders confirming that Bryan Mbeumo lost his composure in the dressing room and confronted young defender Victor Dorgu in front of teammates and staff. Mbeumo, who had worked tirelessly throughout the game, reportedly declared that he could no longer share the same dressing room with Dorgu, insisting the club must choose between them before the January window opens.

Witnesses described Mbeumo as shaken and furious as he demanded action, blaming Dorgu’s late error for costing the team three crucial points. With United ahead 1–0 and appearing in control, a careless touch from Dorgu deep in defence handed West Ham possession on a platter, leading directly to the equaliser that killed United’s momentum and soured the night.

Those close to the squad say Mbeumo’s anger wasn’t triggered by this single mistake — it was the boiling point of his growing frustration with what he sees as repeated lapses from Dorgu. He believes the defender has jeopardised the team too many times and can no longer be trusted in high-pressure situations. Mbeumo even approached the coaching staff immediately after the match, insisting that the situation be resolved before January if the team wants to move forward.

The drama leaves manager Rúben Amorim facing an unenviable dilemma. He has defended Dorgu’s development and potential since arriving, yet Mbeumo is one of his most influential and reliable performers. Amorim held private talks with both players after the match, but neither was willing to retract their stance, leaving the manager caught between loyalty to a young prospect and the demands of an established senior figure.

News of the confrontation has divided the fanbase. Some supporters have backed Mbeumo, arguing he is driven by ambition and high standards. Others believe he crossed a line by venting publicly and risking team unity at a sensitive moment in the season. But regardless of opinion, everyone agrees that the fallout has overshadowed an already frustrating result.

With the January transfer window approaching, the crisis may accelerate decisions the club had been planning to make. A loan move for Dorgu is now being discussed internally as a way to calm the situation and help the defender regain confidence away from the pressure of Old Trafford. Strengthening the defensive unit, reassessing leadership roles, and holding urgent internal meetings are also expected steps as United attempt to regain control.

What should have been a disciplined victory now feels like a moral defeat on every front. The draw has left behind a mess that could shape United’s season far more than the dropped points. If the board downplays Mbeumo’s ultimatum, resentment could fester and fracture the squad further. But if they act swiftly, they might still restore the focus and unity required to rescue the campaign.

For now, one thing is clear: this incident has shaken the club deeply, and its impact will linger long after the final whistle.