AliousMatheus Cunha Bids Emotional Farewell to Wolves After Sealing Manchester United Move Amid Fan Frustration
Despite Manchester United’s Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, Matheus Cunha remains firmly committed to joining the Red Devils this summer—a decision that has stirred mixed emotions among Wolves fans.
The highly publicised nature of Cunha’s impending transfer has created a wave of discontent at Molineux. Many supporters have found the speculation distracting, especially as it overshadowed a remarkable six-game winning streak for Wolves earlier this year. The attention around Cunha’s future often drew focus away from the collective success of the squad during key moments of the campaign.
Now, with the season wrapped and Cunha’s exit imminent, Wolves fans are preparing to say goodbye to one of their most impactful—albeit controversial—players. The Brazilian forward enjoyed another standout season, earning the **Players’ Player of the Season** award, a testament to the respect and appreciation he continues to receive from his teammates.
In a speech delivered at the club’s Compton Park training ground during the awards presentation, Cunha expressed gratitude and belief in the squad’s potential. “It’s such a pleasure. It was hard, but in the end, we got the job done. Everyone showed their quality. I believe in you guys. Thank you very much,” he told his teammates in a heartfelt message.
Cunha also acknowledged the recognition on social media, writing on Instagram:
“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 through difficult and wonderful times. This season will always hold a special place in my heart. Grateful to God for everything.”
Messages of support followed, with Wolves midfielder André simply commenting, “The best,” while Jorgen Strand Larsen added “Toppppp.”
Though Cunha’s performances were critical to Wolves’ overall success, he remained a polarising figure. His two suspensions during the season and a candid interview in which he publicly stated his desire to win major trophies did not sit well with many supporters. That discontent may have contributed to him missing out on the **Supporters’ Player of the Season** award, which instead went to João Gomes.
In fact, Cunha was benched by Vítor Pereira for the midweek fixture against Crystal Palace, further fuelling speculation about his future and the club’s stance on his departure. However, his contributions across the campaign—goals, creativity, and match-winning moments—made it difficult to deny him recognition from those he shared the pitch with.
Now, as he prepares to join Manchester United, Cunha leaves behind a legacy of skill, ambition, and, for some fans, controversy. But even those divided on his loyalty can’t ignore the impact he made in gold and black.
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