AliousManchester United Seal £62.5M Deal for Matheus Cunha After Payment Standoff Ends — Brazilian Star Bids Emotional Farewell to Wolves
Manchester United are on the verge of finalizing a blockbuster deal for Brazilian striker Matheus Cunha, with both clubs finally reaching a compromise over how the hefty £62.5 million release clause will be settled.
The Red Devils had long shown intent to activate the 26-year-old’s release clause, formally informing **Wolverhampton Wanderers of their decision. However, negotiations stalled due to disagreements over the **payment structure** of the fee. United reportedly preferred to distribute the cost over **five annual instalments**, a strategy that would help ease the immediate financial burden under FFP regulations.
Wolves, however, remained firm in upholding the **terms embedded in Cunha’s contract**, which stipulated that the fee must be paid in **three instalments over a two-year period**. The Midlands side had been adamant that Cunha would not be sold at a discount, especially after a prolific season in which he netted **15 goals**, cementing himself as one of the most effective forwards in the Premier League.
After intense discussions, both sides **reached an agreement late last night**, clearing the way for United to proceed with what is likely to be one of their marquee signings of the summer.
Cunha, who has now tied **Roberto Firmino and Gabriel Martinelli** as the most prolific Brazilian goalscorer in a single Premier League season, took to Instagram to post an emotional farewell message to Wolves fans.
> “Wolves, what can I say to you? What an incredible season. We didn’t get to where you deserve to be, but we gave everything to make you proud. I love these guys.
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> Individually, this was the best season of my life. I became the Brazilian with the most goals in a Premier League season — all because of my dedication and love for this club. I made mistakes and got things right, but I lived and breathed this club. All I ever wanted was to do the impossible for Wolves.”
His heartfelt message marks the end of a chapter at Molineux and the beginning of a new journey at Old Trafford, where **Rúben Amorim** will be counting on Cunha to rejuvenate United’s attacking force following a tumultuous season.
The deal not only underscores Manchester United’s renewed ambition under Amorim’s leadership but also signals their willingness to spend big on players they believe can transform the team. With Champions League qualification out of reach, Cunha’s arrival is seen as a crucial step in reshaping United’s frontline and restoring the club’s competitive edge.
Now that the financial hurdles are cleared, an official announcement is expected imminently.
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