Marcus Rashford will no longer be wearing the No. 10 shirt for Manchester United; Matheus Cunha will take it instead. According to reports, the Red Devils and Wolves star Cunha have finalized their deal, offering him a long-term deal through 2030 with a 12-month option.
The Brazilian’s £62.5 million release clause will be paid by United, who will sign him as their first summer acquisition. After leading Wolves to safety with 15 goals and six assists in the Premier League, the 25-year-old Cunha made an impression on Old Trafford officials.
The former Atletico Madrid striker, who is entering his prime and has experience in the English top division, is thought to be the perfect addition to upgrade Ruben Amorim’s goal-shy offense.
Despite not playing in Europe next season, United has persuaded Cunha to move north, despite interest from Arsenal and Nottingham Forest during the January transfer window.
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According to Italian journalist Romano, who gave the agreement his “Here we go,” Manchester United has persuaded Wolves to pay the release clause in installments.
🚨🇧🇷 Matheus Cunha to Manchester United, here we go! Verbal agreement in place between all parties involved.
Cunha will sign deal until June 2030 with option until 2031. Wolves to receive £62.5m clause value in installments.
Formal steps/contracts to be checked next week. pic.twitter.com/RiP4iMoH6m
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 25, 2025
Given the Red Devils’ problems with the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), particularly after they were eliminated from the Champions League for the upcoming season, this is a Man Utd masterclass.
“Matheus Cunha to Manchester United, here we go!” Romano posted on X. There is a verbal agreement between all parties. Cunha will agree to a contract that will expire in June 2030, with a 2031 option.
The £62.5 million clause value will be paid to Wolves in installments. Next week, formal procedures and contracts will be examined. According to Ben Jacobs, another reliable reporter, Cunha will wear the number 10 shirt for Manchester United.
On X, Jacobs posted, “Matheus Cunha has signed a five-year contract with MUFC. This week, Manchester United will now take on Wolves”. If everything goes according to plan, Cunha is expected to wear No. 10 at MUFC.” Cunha has a £62.5 million clause.
