Manchester United have finalised a £62.5 million deal to sign Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Gatekeepers News reports that BBC Sport revealed that Cunha was signed after Man United activated his £62.5 million release clause. The transfer is still subject to visa approval and registration formalities.
Cunha is expected to sign a five-year contract, with an option to extend for another year.
The club announced the agreement on Sunday, highlighting Cunha’s achievements, including being named Wolves’ Player of the Season for the recently concluded 2024/25 campaign.
The statement reads, “Manchester United has reached agreement with Wolverhampton Wanderers for the signing of Matheus Cunha.”
“The Brazilian forward’s signing is subject to visa and registration.”
“The 26 year-old has 13 senior caps for Brazil, and, in his club career, has made 270 appearances and scored 72 goals in the English, Spanish, German and Swiss top flights. During two-and-a-half seasons at Wolves, Cunha has scored 33 goals in 92 appearances.”
“Everyone at Manchester United looks forward to welcoming Matheus to Old Trafford.”
Cunha joins United after leaving Wolves side that finished 16th in the Premier League. United on the other hand finished 15th and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham.
