Having a strong attack was always going to be crucial to Manchester United’s summer reconstruction.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS realised that a bold step was necessary to bring back cutting edge at Old Trafford after years of inconsistent and uninspired finishing.
That was provided by Wolves’ £62.5 million acquisition of Matheus Cunha, who has already adapted to Ruben Amorim’s tactical scheme with ease.
Alongside fellow newcomer Bryan Mbeumo, the Brazilian made his Premier League debut for the Red Devils on Sunday against Arsenal.
He played the entire ninety minutes and impressed with his intensity and link-up play.
Wayne Rooney had revealed what he has been told about Cunha’s early impact, saying those inside Old Trafford are “really pleased” with how he has settled in.
And now Cunha has revealed more praise he has received from footballing legend Ronaldinho.
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Sky Sports Premier League (SkySportsPL via X) posted an clip from an interview with Matheus Cunha where he revealed what Ronaldinho told him when he joined Manchester United.
Matheus Cunha stated that Ronaldinho told him, “Wow. It’s one of the biggest clubs in the world.”
“You deserve that, honestly!”
“I had one little history with United in my career then. It would be amazing to play there and it is an amazing club.”
“He wished to play here. I would love to play there.”
“After he said this, the check (to join the club) is there.”
For a legend like Ronaldinho to say this to Cunha shows the status of the Red Devils despite their shortcomings in recent years.
Matheus Cunha will hope to have a thriving career here.
🗣️ “He wished to play here”
Matheus Cunha reveals what Ronaldinho told him when he joined for Manchester United 👀 pic.twitter.com/Z5II9cMvMD
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 24, 2025
