Matheus Cunha Set to Wear Red as United Begin Summer Rebuild
Manchester United have kicked off their summer business with a bold move—bringing in Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves in a deal believed to be worth £62.5 million.
Cunha, 26, is headed to Old Trafford on a five-year contract, with the club holding an option to extend for an extra season. The transfer came after United activated a release clause in his contract with Wolves, sealing the deal swiftly ahead of the new season.
The forward was spotted leaving the Lowry Hotel in Salford on Sunday, fresh from completing his medical. He’s now off to join Brazil’s national squad for their World Cup qualifiers, but all signs point to the final paperwork being wrapped up once he returns from international duty.
Although visa clearance and official registration are still pending, United are confident everything will fall into place before the month ends. Cunha is expected to feature for Brazil against Ecuador later this week—an important match that also marks Carlo Ancelotti’s debut as national team head coach.
Cunha’s arrival follows an eye-catching run at Wolves, where he bagged 31 goals in just 76 appearances. Originally joining from Atletico Madrid on loan, he made the switch permanent last year for £35 million and quickly became a fan favorite at Molineux.
Now, under the guidance of new manager Ruben Amorim, United are looking to hit the reset button after a rough season that left fans stunned and disappointed. With a 15th-place finish hanging over their heads, the club is clearly ready for change—and Cunha could be the first piece of that new puzzle.
This signing isn’t just about numbers. It’s about reigniting belief in what United can be. And for the fans? It’s the first reason in a while to start looking forward again.
