Manchester United have completed the signing of Brazil international forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers, the club announced on Thursday. The 26-year-old joins on a five-year contract with an option for an additional year.
United triggered Cunha’s release clause, reported to be worth £62.5 million ($84.12 million), making the transfer a record sale for Wolves. The fee eclipses the £53 million they received from Manchester City for midfielder Matheus Nunes in 2023.
Matheus Cunha, who scored 15 Premier League goals last season, expressed his excitement about the move.
“It’s hard to put into words my feelings about becoming a Manchester United player,” Cunha said. “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.”
The dynamic playmaker joins United on the back of a crucial international performance, having provided the assist for Vinicius Jr.’s goal in Brazil’s 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over Paraguay on Tuesday, a result which helped his country secure their place at the 2026 finals.
Manchester United’s Director of Football, Jason Wilcox, highlighted the importance of the acquisition.
“Bringing in Matheus was one of our main priorities for this summer, so we are delighted to have completed his signing so early in the window,” Wilcox stated. “He has proved his ability to succeed in the Premier League as one of the most exciting and productive forwards in England during his time at Wolves. 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.”
Cunha scored 33 goals and provided 15 assists in 92 appearances for Wolves after joining them from Atletico Madrid. His signing is a major step in United’s efforts to rebuild their squad following a 15th-place finish in the Premier League last season.
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