Matheus Cunha can’t stop scoring for Wolves this season with the forward opening the scoring against Leicester City on Saturday.
Cunha converted from Rayan Ait-Nouri’s cross to score his 15th Premier League goal of the campaign.
The 25-year-old’s performances have been a key factor in Wolves’ survival, with Vitor Pereira’s team one of the most improved teams in the division in recent weeks.
Cunha’s latest goal has also equalled a Premier League record. No Brazilian has ever scored more goals in a single Premier League campaign, with Cunha having levelled the landmark set by former Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino (2017/18) and Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli (2022/23).
Highest scoring Brazilians in a single Premier League season
- Roberto Firmino (Liverpool, 2017/18) Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal, 2022/23) Matheus Cuna (Wolves, 2024/25) – 15
- Robinho (Manchester City, 2008/09) Gabriel Jesus (Manchester City, 2019/20) – 14
- Philippe Coutinho (Liverpool, 2016/17), Gabriel Jesus (Manchester City, 2017/18), Richarlison (Everton, 2018/19 and 2019/20) – 13
Manchester United remain in advanced talks to sign Cunha
Cunha’s performances this season have attracted transfer interest and Manchester United are understood to be pursuing a deal.
The Red Devils have held talks with Cunha’s camp over a transfer to Old Trafford and are willing to activate the player’s release clause.
🚨 Manchester United are leading the race to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves as negotiations are ongoing.
Personal terms are being discussed, as Man Utd are aware of more clubs keen + £62.5m release clause available.
Good feelings after initial contacts between Cunha and #MUFC. pic.twitter.com/6kEgkGzBId
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 21, 2025
The Brazil international can leave Molineux for a fee of £62.5m, after the clause was included in the new contract he signed earlier this season.
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