Asset Management to IB

Hi all long time reader. Curious on the forums thoughts. 
 

Currently in an Asset Management (Equities) rotational program at a large MM in Chicago. Passed CFA 1 and prepping for CFA 2 exam in February. Graduated mid 2023 from a non target undergrad. 
 

What would be the best way into a London BB for M&A. Thinking either post MBA Associate from a top 10 US, MFA from LBS/LSE to analyst, or just try to break in after rotational program with (hopefully) CFA 3 as an analyst. 
 

Thanks!

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