Manchester United transfer news is coming thick and fast with the likes of Erik ten Hag, Matheus Cunha and Aaron Wan-Bissaka all featuring today, while there's also an update on Tom Heaton's future
Tom Victor Senior Sports Journalist and Will Schofield Senior Sports Reporter
09:09, 20 May 2025
Matheus Cunha
Matheus Cunha has made a major decision(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)
Manchester United are bracing for a hectic summer regardless of the outcome in the Europa League final, but all focus is on Bilbao at present.
A win over Tottenham on Wednesday would secure a season of Champions League footie, but a loss would mean no European action in Ruben Amorim's debut season at the helm, following a disastrous domestic campaign.
Neither United nor Spurs had an ideal run-up to the final. Amorim's side suffered a 1-0 defeat at Chelsea on Friday, while a heavily shuffled Spurs squad took a 2-0 hit at Aston Villa, leaving the two sides slumped 16th and 17th in the Premier League respectively.
While some transfer targets might hold off until the San Mames result is known, we've already seen some stirrings on at least one deal that could have a huge impact at Old Trafford.
Matheus Cunha seems set to be the first fresh face to sign on, with United poised to meet Wolves' asking price. That's one of today's headlines as we bring you the latest from around Old Trafford.
Matheus Cunha's decision speaks volumes
Matheus Cunha ahead of Wolves vs Brighton
Matheus Cunha ahead of Wolves vs Brighton(Image: Wolves via Getty Images)
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Matheus Cunha has demonstrated his commitment by agreeing to sign with Manchester United, despite uncertainty over their European status next season, reports the Mirror.
The Brazilian is set to make the move from Wolves in a deal exceeding £60million, following the inclusion of a release clause in his contract extension at Molineux earlier this season.
Cunha's experience with Champions League football has been limited at his previous clubs. He made two appearances in the competition for RB Leipzig and 10 for Atletico Madrid, but was sidelined due to injury when Atleti ousted United from the tournament in 2022.
He also featured in six Europa League group matches for Leipzig in the 2018-19 season, netting three goals for the club. However, that wasn't enough to progress beyond the group stage, with Red Bull Salzburg and Celtic finishing above them.
Erik ten Hag's next venture
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Erik ten Hag isn't Bayer Leverkusen's first choice for the managerial role, it's been reported.
Yet, Sky Germany suggests they might still approach the ex-United gaffer if they fail to secure Cesc Fabregas.
Como manager Fabregas is Leverkusen's preferred choice as they look to fill the void left by Xabi Alonso.
Alonso, a former Spain teammate of Fabregas, is poised to succeed Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid.
Should Ten Hag miss the Leverkusen opportunity, he might fancy a comeback to Ajax.
Francesco Farioli has parted ways with the Dutch side after just one season, following a late-season slump that cost them the Eredivisie crown.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka's sale raises eyebrows
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Aaron Wan-Bissaka's sale has raised some eyebrows(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)
Aaron Wan-Bissaka has bagged West Ham's player of the year gong in his debut season at the club.
The right-back was nabbed in a bargain deal from United last season, sparking questions about the wisdom of letting him go for such a modest sum.
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The ex-Crystal Palace star has been a mainstay for the Hammers since his £15m summer switch.
Despite the London team's struggles in the lower half of the table, they managed to pull off a league double over United - including a home victory which led to Erik ten Hag's sacking at Old Trafford.