Manchester United is reportedly on the verge of signing Wolves forward Matheus Cunha, with Mark Goldbridge calling him a “dream signing” on a recent episode of The United Stand Podcast. Citing Simon Jones of the Daily Mail, Goldbridge revealed, “Manchester United are close to securing Cunha from Wolves,” while adding a familiar note of caution, “Bad result yesterday, big signing today… We’ve seen this movie before.”
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Despite the typical timing of such rumors, Goldbridge remained optimistic, emphasizing that Cunha is a legitimate target who fits both the club’s needs and manager Rúben Amorim’s style. He said, “Don’t play this game with unrealistic targets. Cunha is someone who genuinely wants to come to Man United.”
Credibility of the Source: Simon Jones
Goldbridge’s confidence in the transfer news comes largely from its source. “This is probably one of the only people, beyond Ornstein and Romano, that I would trust,” he said, referring to Simon Jones’ credibility, particularly after breaking the Jarrad Branthwaite transfer story last summer. “If he’s behind this, please let it be true.”
Why Cunha Is the Right Fit for United
Goldbridge highlighted Cunha’s potential impact on Manchester United, stressing that he meets all the club’s requirements. At 25, Cunha is “Premier League proven” and ready to make the step up. Goldbridge praised his leadership, noting Cunha’s role in helping Wolves avoid relegation. “He’s aggressive, passionate, and he cares,” Goldbridge remarked. “This team desperately needs those types of personalities.” He drew comparisons to past club legends, such as Roy Keane, Paul Ince, and Eric Cantona, saying Cunha’s mentality would fit seamlessly at United.
As for his ideal position, Goldbridge suggested Cunha could play as a number nine or in a deeper role behind the striker, alongside players like Amad, Garnacho, or Zirkzee. He compared Cunha to Mousa Dembélé for his strength, ball control, and ability to link up play.
Competition from Newcastle and Chelsea
Despite growing optimism, Manchester United faces competition, with Newcastle and Chelsea also interested in Cunha. Goldbridge noted that Newcastle is the main rival, but Cunha might be enticed by the opportunity to play a central role in United’s rebuilding project under Amorim.
However, Goldbridge cautioned that European qualification could be a significant factor. “If we don’t win the Europa League, we won’t have Champions League football to offer him… Newcastle probably will.” This could complicate United’s chances of landing the player.
In closing, Goldbridge bluntly summarized the situation: “If Cunha doesn’t come to Man United and ends up at Newcastle, it’s a major blow for us.”
