BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United are said to be in pole position to sign Matheus Cunha, following several reported ‘clues’ suggesting their interest
Manchester United’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford may have been a disappointment on paper, but it came with an unexpected upside—fueling the growing transfer speculation around Matheus Cunha. The Brazilian attacker delivered another eye-catching performance, reinforcing his reputation as one of Wolves’ standout players despite their inconsistent season. With Wolves completing a league double over United for the first time since the 1979/80 season, Cunha’s role in both matches did not go unnoticed, especially by those closely monitoring United’s potential signings.
While Pablo Sarabia’s free kick clinched the win for the visitors, it was Cunha’s sharp movement and link-up play that captured attention. His goal and assist in the earlier fixture had already made waves, and this latest showing only intensified interest. Many supporters viewed the match as a second audition for Cunha, who seems to be rising fast on United’s shortlist. Sources like Fabrizio Romano and The Athletic have reported that discussions are progressing well, with United strongly considering him for a key creative role. Although Wolves remain firm on their £62.5 million release clause, they appear open to a payment plan—something that could work in United’s favor given their current financial balancing act.
United’s manager Ruben Amorim is believed to be a big admirer of Cunha and reportedly sees him as a perfect fit for the No. 10 position. Even before journalist Laurie Whitwell added fuel to the transfer fire, Romano had hinted at a “great connection” among all parties involved and noted that early talks had been promising. Cunha himself may have hinted at a possible move with a cryptic Instagram post referencing dreams and change, which was later deleted. That, paired with a noticeably warm exchange with Amorim post-match, only deepened the intrigue.
Further stoking the rumors, Cunha was seen smiling, waving, and posing for photos with fans before and after the game at Old Trafford—behaviour that many supporters interpreted as a subtle nod toward a possible future in Manchester. At 25, Cunha’s profile matches what United appear to be targeting: a dynamic, Premier League-tested player who still has room to grow. Amorim is said to view him more as a creative orchestrator rather than a traditional striker, potentially complementing a more classic forward like Victor Osimhen if both deals were to materialize.
Personal terms are unlikely to be a stumbling block, as reports suggest Cunha would welcome a move to Old Trafford. Should United manage to offload players such as Jadon Sancho, Donny van de Beek, or Mason Greenwood to free up funds, a formal offer is expected soon. And with Amorim and the club aligned in their admiration for Cunha, what began as rumor is quickly shaping up into a serious transfer pursuit.
