Manchester United Close In On Cunha As Transfer Plans Take Shape

Manchester United are set to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves. The Brazilian is pushing for a move to United even if his team wins the Europa League. United are also considering Viktor Gyökeres for their striker list as Tottenham try to keep Mathys Tel.

WHAT HAPPENED?

United are moving quickly in the summer market. They have agreed to trigger Cunha‘s £62.5 million release clause after his impressive season at Wolves, where he scored 17 goals and provided six assists in 34 matches. Cunha has reportedly chosen United over Arsenal as he’s eager to play under the expected new manager Ruben Amorim. Alongside Cunha, Sporting’s Viktor Gyökeres remains a target. However, his desire for Champions League football could complicate any deal. United have also shown interest in young players like Tyler Dibling and Eberechi Eze as they look to rebuild their squad. United had a challenging Premier League campaign, finishing eighth, their lowest position in the modern era.

TRANSFER STRATEGY AND TOTTENHAM’S MOVES

While United focus on experienced Premier League forwards, Tottenham want to keep Mathys Tel after his loan. Spurs finished fifth in the league and want to improve to challenge for a Champions League spot next season. United’s interest in Dibling, Eze, and other young talents shows their aim to balance immediate impact signings with long-term squad development. They aim to close the 14-point gap to the top four after falling behind Aston Villa.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR UNITED AND SPURS?

Manchester United face Manchester City in the FA Cup final, their biggest chance to win a trophy and secure a place in next season’s Europa League. Preparations for next season are underway, with Cunha expected to arrive regardless of the result. Tottenham, already in the Europa League, are planning talks with Bayern Munich to keep Tel and will begin shaping their squad as the transfer window opens. Both clubs aim for a stronger 2025-26 campaign and want to bridge the gap to the Premier League’s elite.