Matheus Cunha’s future at Wolves is uncertain, with a potential move to Manchester United looming. Cunha has played a crucial role in Wolves’s Premier League safety, scoring 15 goals this season and equaling the record for a Brazilian player in a single campaign.
According to reports, United has offered Cunha a five-year contract, and the deal is close to being finalized. The Red Devils see Cunha as an ideal signing to address their goal-scoring issues this season. United’s system under Ruben Amorim is similar to Wolves’s under Vitor Pereira, with Cunha expected to operate in a left number 10 role.
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has expressed concerns about Cunha joining the club. While acknowledging Cunha’s athleticism and quality, Scholes worries about the challenges of playing for Manchester United, citing the team’s current poor quality of play. Scholes believes that the club’s issues go beyond just signing a new player, and that Cunha might struggle to thrive in the high-pressure environment at Old Trafford.
The potential move has sparked debate, with some believing Cunha’s style would suit United’s system. Gary Neville recently backed the move, but Scholes’s reservations highlight the risks involved. Wolves’s success with Cunha is partly due to the team’s workhorse mentality, which allows him to flourish and focus on his attacking play.
In contrast, Manchester United’s struggles go beyond just scoring goals. The team has faced consistency issues and lacks a clear identity under Amorim. Cunha’s move to United could go either way, depending on how well he adapts to the team’s dynamics and the pressure of playing at Old Trafford. If he thrives, it could be a successful signing, but if he struggles, it might be a case of déjà vu for United fans.
