Manchester United's summer spending has now hit the £200m mark, but the club have been told that their first recruit this window, Matheus Cunha, is one character their dressing room perhaps did not need
Matheus Cunha's "maverick" personality is not what Manchester United's dressing room needs, says Joe Cole. The Brazilian was the first of the Red Devils' summer signings, with £74million man Benjamin Sesko the latest.
After a bitterly disappointing campaign, Ruben Amorim has been given ammunition to improve his forward line, with Cunha, £65m winger Bryan Mbeumo and now long-pursued striker Sesko all touching down.
Cunha was the first to be snapped up, though, signing from Wolves at the beginning of June after his £62.5m release clause was activated. However, Cole, who starred in the Premier League for West Ham, Chelsea and Liverpool, believes the 26-year-old's attitude is a major worry.
"The thing that worries me about Cunha, and I think he's a brilliant player, fantastic player, wonderful goals and can do everything, but you do hear little things about his attitude," Cole told TNT Sports.
"I wouldn't want to say he is a bad lad because I wouldn't want to say that, but he's a bit of a maverick and I've heard people talk about him being a bit of a maverick.
"The last thing that United dressing room needs is another maverick, there are mavericks everywhere putting stuff on social media and all that. You hear too much coming out of that dressing room so it's a gamble with Cunha."
Cunha landed himself in hot water last season, twice being fined and banned by the Football Association for misconduct. The first incident came in December, when he was handed a two-game ban and hit with an £80,000 fine for an altercation against Ipswich Town in the Premier League.
After the full-time whistle, a scuffle broke out between Wolves and the victorious Ipswich players, and Cunha appeared to strike a member of the opposition's coaching team. His suspension was confirmed in January.
Later in March, Cunha was fined another £50k and suspended for an extra fourth game of a three-match ban after he was sent off for clashing with defender Milos Kerkez, now of Liverpool, in extra time of Wolves' FA Cup defeat by Bournemouth.
The Brazilian will be joined at Old Trafford by Slovenian striker Sesko, who, after a tumultuous summer that also saw him linked with a move to Newcastle, was announced as a United player on Saturday.
Speaking immediately after penning a five-year deal, Sesko shed light on his decision, stating: "The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future.
"When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon.
"From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions. I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together."
SMHellas
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Maverick characters are not bad in themselves provided they are managed properly. Think back to Eric Cantona, the ultimate maverick with fish chasing trawlers. Fergie gave him enough latitude that he was content and in doing that, whilst there were controversial moments like the infamous Palace incident, he delivered in spades
wekaeimtz
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it is true Cunha is not playing anything for me Garnacho is better than him
They shouldn't make a mistake to sell Garnacho to Chelsea we still need him plus during the time of injuries
Nooabknpty
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it is true Cunha is not playing anything for me Garnacho is better than him
far more better than him but if we have a stupid clueless coach full of Ego am sorry for are beloved Manu😭
hizbdeiot
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why not also talk about Garnacho's attitude yet Chelsea wants him
let him comment about Emi Martinez's attitude as well, and Sancho
pisdekpu
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it is true Cunha is not playing anything for me Garnacho is better than him
u are not serious
mudaclmoru
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Suares was one of the worst characters in football….and yet he became one of the all time great complete center forward a legend at Barca,liverpoll and uruguay..and his spell at atletico will make his name always lauded by the fans… If he performs well for the team then whoncarer about his attitude on the pitch…
Davichi
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Shut your mouth up. Where is Paul Pogba and his future with Man U? Where is Scott McTominay and his future at Man U? Where is Rashford and his future with Man U? Where is Mason Greenwood and his Man U future. Using Chelsea example, where is João Félix and his Chelsea future? Now, do you see what I am saying? Talking is easy and free. But reasoning is reserved for those with insight and I don’t think you’re one of them.
It's only myopic entities like you that remember only the negative sides and this is why you're incapable of understanding anything he said. Goodbye with your negative energy.
luzdlmnru
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Rubbish. Do you need attitude? We need him play and win. .
Lusdlnosy
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it is true Cunha is not playing anything for me Garnacho is better than him
fimabepty
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Joe Cole his jealous of the project man united is embark on expecially umbrella stadium
fimabepty
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man united fans,don't worst time to respond to Joe Cole his jealous to see our big team man united signing new players,
dannie17
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Buh your maverick Chelsea wanted to sign maverick Sancho...it didn't work and now they're about to sign another maverick Garnacho. You should worry about the mavericks in your maverick club
zenabelru
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Who is Joe Cole to comment on Man Utd
NewEntry
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You don't have any point to make so just rest and upgrade yourself.
Shut your mouth up. Where is Paul Pogba and his future with Man U? Where is Scott McTominay and his future at Man U? Where is Rashford and his future with Man U? Where is Mason Greenwood and his Man U future. Using Chelsea example, where is João Félix and his Chelsea future? Now, do you see what I am saying? Talking is easy and free. But reasoning is reserved for those with insight and I don’t think you’re one of them.
Heikal_Mahsir
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Salute. Welcome benji
Lombmoruyz
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why not also talk about Garnacho's attitude yet Chelsea wants him
you can say that again
Davichi
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You’re losing the reality vs appearance debate!! You don’t even know who you’re talking with but your judgement is already off the roof. I don’t know how to help you to understand what I am saying. But at the same time, it’s important to do so.
You don't have any point to make so just rest and upgrade yourself.
Emchi
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Until thunder ⚡ fire 🔥 someone some people will not mind their business
NewEntry
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Your understanding of English is too poor. You need to upgrade yourself.
You’re losing the reality vs appearance debate!! You don’t even know who you’re talking with but your judgement is already off the roof. I don’t know how to help you to understand what I am saying. But at the same time, it’s important to do so.
Davichi
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“From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions. I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together." You knew all that from a distance or someone was telling you? You haven’t even played together to begin to assess your future and capabilities.
Your understanding of English is too poor. You need to upgrade yourself.
tejayeffects
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🙄people like these bring down dreams the club reputation etc
NewEntry
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You’re too dull to read or what 😒😒 but sorry tho He said ‘’ from the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy…
Ok. So positive energy meant all that he said in your opinion? You’re not dumb. Right? Anyway, all I am saying is that he should wait until there are results before making wild statements. Has he scored his first goal yet?
Yecalptyz
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“From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions. I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together." You knew all that from a distance or someone was telling you? You haven’t even played together to begin to assess your future and capabilities.
You’re too dull to read or what 😒😒 but sorry tho He said ‘’ from the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy…
isofadaik87
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All these English guys with their nonsense. Joe Cole no come dey foam say u care about Man Utd. Advise ur former teams and let Man Utd be
kuhklpstz
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but Garnacho his not Chelsea player
ephraimpara
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why not also talk about Garnacho's attitude yet Chelsea wants him
jasbeknpuz
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Hope this criticism be of benefit and a learning experience
NewEntry
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“From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions. I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together." You knew all that from a distance or someone was telling you? You haven’t even played together to begin to assess your future and capabilities.
Jupbilmsy
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mind ur business