Manchester United star Matheus Cunha has been making the most of his off-season, spending quality time in Brazil. The 26-year-old was spotted unwinding after a busy season and ahead of the challenges that await him at Old Trafford. He joined United in a £62.5 million ($86m) transfer from Wolves and will be tasked with breathing life into an insipid attack that managed to score just 44 league goals.
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Cunha spending his summer holidays in BrazilRecharging his batteries before another testing campaignWill be part of Amorim's pre-season in late JulyFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
From beach sports to helicopter rides, the winger appears to be enjoying a well-rounded holiday before the intensity of Premier League preparations begins. Photos showed him surfing waves, competing in spirited games of footvolley on the sand, and relaxing with his inner circle. He shared a carousel of photos on Instagram and wrote: "A little bit of everything ❤️🔥."
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United's 15th-place finish last season was their worst in over five decades, and much will rest on Cunha’s shoulders as the club looks to rebuild under manager Ruben Amorim. The Brazilian forward arrives with a solid resume, having delivered 15 goals and six assists during his final year at Wolves.
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United CEO Omar Berrada has likened Cunha’s arrival to the influential signing of Eric Cantona in the 1990s, a move that changed the club’s trajectory. While comparisons with a legend are bold, Berrada believes Cunha possesses the charisma and talent to make a similar impact. He has been brought in as a pivotal piece of the club’s ambitious “Project 150,” a multi-year plan aimed at ensuring United secures major honours in both the men’s and women’s games ahead of their 150th anniversary in 2028.
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Cunha is scheduled to report to Carrington next Monday, where he’ll officially link up with his new teammates. This marks the start of his first pre-season as a United player, and expectations will be high following the club’s disappointing 2024–25 campaign.
