Wolverhampton Wanderers' key player is set to leave the club in the summer transfer window if Manchester United activate his release clause
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Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha
Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha
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Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha has reminded Manchester United supporters what they would be getting from him should he join them in the summer transfer window.
MEN Sport understands that Cunha is one of United's top targets heading into the summer. The Brazilian has been a revelation for Wolves this season and despite them flirting with relegation at one point, he has bagged 17 goals and six assists.
Despite only signing a new contract this season, it is common knowledge that there is a £62.5m release clause included which would make it easy for United to sign their man. The Manchester Evening News also understands that Cunha is 'optimistic' of joining United.
His move to Old Trafford is also not thought to be dependent on them winning the Europa League next week. It has been claimed that Cunha sees this season as little more than a blip and would be happy to join them with or without European football.
With the season ending a week on Sunday, Cunha may have dropped a subtle reminder to United and their fanbase about what he can do. Taking to his Instagram story on Wednesday, the 25-year-old shared a compilation of his best goals this season which included his goal direct from a corner against United during the Christmas period.
Matheus Cunha celebrates scoring for Wolves against Manchester United
Matheus Cunha celebrates scoring for Wolves against Manchester United
Speaking last month about the future of his key player, Wolves manager Vitor Pereira insisted there was no 'crystal ball' on Cunha's summer plans. "This is a crystal ball, looking into the future, I don't have this crystal ball," he told reporters after the 3-0 victory over Leicester City.
"I cannot say that he will leave. He is with us - committed with us - and we are happy with him.
"He has a high quality game, he is a special player. He is committed, with his teammates, to help the club do the best we can until the end of the season."
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