Cunha’s Heartfelt Farewell
Matheus Cunha, on the brink of a £62.5m transfer to Manchester United, shared an emotional farewell to Wolverhampton Wanderers on social media, per The Mirror on May 27, 2025. The 25-year-old Brazilian, who scored 15 Premier League goals in 2024/25, equaling the record for a Brazilian in a single season alongside Roberto Firmino and Gabriel Martinelli, thanked Wolves fans for their support. His pivotal role helped Wolves finish 14th, avoiding relegation, with 45 points, per Opta. On X, @Wolves hailed Cunha’s “unforgettable impact.”
Transfer to United Looms
Cunha’s new deal with Wolves in January included a £62.5m release clause, now set to be triggered by United, per Sky Sports. Despite United’s 16th-place finish and no Champions League football, head coach Ruben Amorim sees Cunha as key to bolstering a strike force that scored just 30 league goals, per ESPN. Personal terms are nearly finalized, with United also eyeing Ipswich’s Liam Delap (£30m), per The Guardian. Cunha’s 7 assists and 68% dribble success rate make him a versatile addition, per WhoScored.
Reflecting on Wolves Tenure
In his post, Cunha called the season his “best ever,” crediting his “dedication and love” for Wolves, despite the team falling short of fan expectations. His 15 goals came in 36 appearances, with standout performances against Everton (hat-trick) and Tottenham, per BBC Sport. Admitting mistakes, he emphasized living “for the club.” @Cricfrenzylive on X praised his honesty, while @ManUtdMEN noted United fans’ excitement over his impending arrival.
What’s Next?
Cunha’s transfer, expected to be finalized before United’s Malaysia-Hong Kong tour, aims to revive their attack, per The Athletic. Wolves, losing their star, target Brentford’s Yoane Wissa as a replacement, per The Sun. Cunha’s move, one of United’s biggest since Rasmus Højlund’s £72m transfer, signals Amorim’s rebuild, despite financial constraints from missing £100m in Champions League revenue, per The Times. @SkySportsPL predicts Cunha will “light up Old Trafford” in 2025-26.
