Should he depart United, with an asking price of around £40m mooted, he leaves behind an ideal gift to start Cunha’s time at the club. Rashford has worn the number 10 jersey since 2018, but will vacate the iconic shirt.
It is the same number that Cunha wears at Wolves as their talisman and previously at Hertha Berlin, taking the digits previously donned by Wayne Rooney, Sir Bobby Charlton, Denis Law and George Best would certainly provide encouragement.
After winning Wolves’ player of the season award, Cunha posted an emotional message on social media. He wrote: “Thanks for this award player of the season. No words to say how happy I was this season with all of you.
“Thank you, my colleagues, for being a family in the difficult times and in the wonderful times we spent together. This season will have a different place in my heart. Grateful to God for everything.”
Garnacho and Rashford will headline the outgoings in Manchester with Jadon Sancho also. Every single player is up for sale at the right price following their disastrous campaign, even captain Bruno Fernandes and academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo.
The skipper has considerable interest from Saudi Arabian giants after offering to leave the club following the Europa League final, though it remains to be seen whether or not United are willing to part ways with their star man even if a nine-figure fee arrives.