Matheus Cunha issues Wolves statement after agreeing Man Utd transfer

Matheus Cunha continues to be linked with a Wolves exit amid talk of an agreement with Manchester United as the Brazilian pays tribute to the Midlands club after his impressive year

Matheus Cunha has paid tribute to Wolves and their fans as he closes in on a move to Manchester United. The Brazilian has been a huge hit at Molineux, helping steer the club clear of a relegation fight.

Cunha was linked with a January exit but later signed a new deal, putting to bed any speculation, but his contract included a release clause which is due to be triggered this summer. Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim sees him as the ideal addition to his attack.

The Wolves star has continued to perform despite talk of his exit and has equalled the most amount of goals scored in a Premier League season by a Brazilian. Cunha found the back of the net on 15 occasions and has paid tribute to the club's fanbase.

He admitted that they didn't get to the heights the supporters deserved but his personal exploits came due to the "dedication and love" he has for Wolves - despite potentially playing his last game for the club.

Cunha said on social media: "Wolves, what can I say to you? What an incredible season. We didn’t get to where you deserve to be, but we did everything we could to make you proud. I love these guys.

"Individually, it was the best season of my life. All of this was only possible because of all the dedication and love I have for this club. I became the Brazilian with the most goals in a Premier League season, along with @roberto_firmino and @gabriel.martinelli. I made mistakes and got things right, but always because I lived this club so much.

"All I ever wanted was to do the impossible for Wolves. Another one is over. And thank you all for all the affection. Looks good, looks fine…"

United now look set to add Cunha to their ranks. Despite missing out on the Champions League it is understood they still have the finances to pursue the Brazilian. They desperately need to bolster their frontline with the likes of Rasmus Hojlund continuing to underwhelm.

Despite reports of an agreement between the forward and United Vitor Pereira has remained coy on his future: “I have the same information as you. I don’t know. I just know he’s my player. He’s committed with the team, he’s working with happiness and we will see what happens. You must ask him. He is happy. I feel he is happy.”

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