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Wolverhampton Wanderers are preparing a significant summer move as they look to fill the void left by Matheus Cunha, who appears set for a big-money switch to Manchester United. The Brazilian forward, who signed for Wolves with a £63 million release clause, is now reportedly on his way to Old Trafford after interest from United intensified. Despite staying at Molineux through the January window, the inclusion of the release clause made his eventual departure a looming certainty.
Cunha’s time at Wolves has been turbulent—not just due to inconsistent performances, but also because of his frequent disciplinary issues, which resulted in several suspensions. Ironically, those absences gave manager Vitor Pereira a preview of life without his top forward, and the outcome was surprisingly positive. In Cunha’s absence, Wolves strung together a three-match winning run, which later extended to six games upon his return—enough to secure their Premier League safety.
That success demonstrated that Wolves could perform without their headline star, but Pereira remains keen to bring in a new attacking threat to elevate the team further. According to reports from Brazil, relayed by Sport Witness, Wolves are set to submit a £29 million (€35 million) offer for Corinthians striker Yuri Alberto.
Pereira, who previously managed Alberto during his stint in Brazil, is reportedly eager to reunite with the 23-year-old. The striker has developed impressively since their time together, emerging as a dynamic and clinical finisher who now seems ready for a move to European football.
Alberto, described as “clinical” by South American football analyst Nathan Joyes, offers a well-rounded skill set and a high work rate that could align well with Pereira’s tactical philosophy. His ability to operate across the front line makes him a flexible option for Wolves, whether as a lone striker or in tandem with the in-form Jorgen Strand Larsen, who has thrived this season.
While losing Cunha may feel like a setback on paper, Wolves’ form without him suggests otherwise. Pereira has proven his capacity to adapt and extract strong performances from the squad regardless of star power. Now, with the potential arrival of a player he trusts and has previously mentored, Wolves could be gearing up for a step forward—not just in stability, but in ambition.
Yuri Alberto’s signing could signal a shift from simply surviving in the Premier League to striving for a more competitive, attacking identity. If the deal materializes, it may mark the beginning of a new attacking era at Molineux—crafted around a manager’s vision and a striker he believes in.
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