Manchester United remain calm and confident in their pursuit of Matheus Cunha, despite fresh interest from Arsenal in the Wolves forward, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
United have been ramping up their transfer activity in recent weeks, and there is a sense internally that hitting the ground running when the window opens in June is a key objective.
Cunha has emerged as a central figure in that plan, seen as a player who could bring greater reliability in front of goal and add a new dimension to the attacking unit.
Man Utd Have 'Pushed Forward' for Cunha
Arsenal are eyeing the Brazilian
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Arsenal were first linked with Cunha earlier this year, but it was United who pushed forward most decisively. They put the pedal down and have been beginning early groundwork on a potential summer move. Now, reports ahead of the weekend suggest the Gunners have reignited their own interest in the Brazilian No.10.
From a playing profile perspective, Cunha ticks a lot of boxes for Arsenal. He’s energetic, versatile, scores goals, and could offer something different to their current forward options. But as conversations reopen, sources around the Emirates suggest some within the club’s hierarchy remain cautious, particularly around Cunha’s personality fit and overall discipline, which have been flagged as potential concerns.
United, though, are unfazed. There’s an understanding that sporting director Andrea Berta has been involved in Arsenal’s renewed approach, but Old Trafford insiders are not pressing the panic button. On the contrary, there is still quiet confidence. That belief stems in part from early talks with Cunha’s camp, which have been positive.
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Cunha Keen to Join Man Utd This Summer
He could be through the door by the end of June
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Crucially, there has been no suggestion that the player’s interest is tied to Champions League football. He is keen to join United regardless of which competitions they are in, and has even seemed to prioritise a move to Manchester over other options.
That attitude has gone down well. One of the standout points in early discussions has been Cunha’s enthusiasm for the project and what United are building. There is a feeling the deal can still be done smoothly.
Arsenal’s interest has not changed United’s stance, GMS understands. There is no alarm, only a desire to push forward and complete one of their key early targets for the summer. United hope to accelerate progress once the Europa League final is out of the way, as it will allow them to give Cunha, praised as 'world-class, and his representatives full clarity - both financially and competitively on what they are able to offer.
If all goes to plan, the hope is that Cunha will be through the door before the end of June.