Matheus Cunha completes move to Manchester United on a five-year deal
By PA Staff
Manchester United have confirmed the g of Matheus Cunha from Wolves on a five-year deal with the option of a further year.
United effectively completed the deal on June 1 after activating a £62.5million release clause in the 26-year old’s contract.
Cunha scored 31 goals in 76 appearances for Wolves after completing a permanent move from Atletico Madrid in 2023.
Deal a̶g̶r̶e̶e̶d̶ done.
Vamos, Matheus ❤️🔥#MUFC— Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 12, 2025
Cunha said: “It is hard to put into words my feelings about becoming a Manchester United player.
“Ever since I was a child in Brazil watching Premier League games on TV at my grandmother’s house, United was my favourite English team and I dreamed of wearing the red shirt.
“I can’t wait for the start of pre-season to get to know my teammates and prepare for the season ahead.
“All my focus is now on working hard to become a valuable part of the team, and helping get this club back to the top.”
Cunha became Ruben Amorim’s first summer g on June 1 as the head coach sets about overhauling his squad after a miserable domestic campaign and a Europa League final defeat to Tottenham.
The striker helped his country qualify for the World Cup finals on Tuesday when he set up the only goal for Vinicius Jr. in a 1-0 win over Paraguay.
United’s director of football Jason Wilcox added: “Bringing in Matheus was one of our main priorities for this summer, so we are delighted to have completed his g so early in the window.
“He has all the qualities we are looking for as we seek to build a strong, dynamic and entertaining team capable of challenging for the biggest honours.”
