Manchester United transfer news as Matheus Cunha pens a message to Wolves after the end of the 2024/25 season
Matheus Cunha after a Wolerhampton Wanderers game
Matheus Cunha after a Wolerhampton Wanderers game(Image: Jack Thomas - WWFC/Wolves via Getty Images)
Manchester United transfer target Matheus Cunha has thanked Wolverhampton Wanderers and their supporters amid intense speculation linking him with a £62.5million move to Old Trafford.
Cunha is set to be the first move in Ruben Amorim's rebuild at United following their worst season in 51 years. Personal terms are thought to have been agreed with a five-year contract said to ready for the player to sign.
An official bid, which will trigger the Brazilian's release clause, hasn't yet been submitted by United but it's expected that Cunha will become one of the first players through the door this summer.
On Sunday, Cunha made what could have been his final appearance for Wolves in their 1-1 draw with Brentford. After spending a couple of moments with supporters inside Molineux during the end-of-season lap of honour, Cunha has paid tribute to the club's fanbase.
Writing on social media, he said: "Wolves, what can I say to you? What an incredible season. We didn’t get to where you deserve to be, but we did everything we could to make you proud. I love these guys.
"Individually, it was the best season of my life. All of this was only possible because of all the dedication and love I have for this club. I became the Brazilian with the most goals in a Premier League season, along with @roberto_firmino and @gabriel.martinelli. I made mistakes and got things right, but always because I lived this club so much.
"All I ever wanted was to do the impossible for Wolves. Another one is over. And thank you all for all the affection. Looks good, looks fine…"
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