Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Matheus Cunha ahead of the January transfer window.
United have struggled scoring goals this season, with both Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund failing to impress. Neither has solidified their place as the team’s main striker, prompting new head coach Ruben Amorim to overlook them on Sunday. Instead, he opted for Marcus Rashford to spearhead the attack.
During the summer, it’s believed that United contemplated making a move for Cunha before they turned their attention to Zirkzee.
Cunha is on the record saying that links to United were “gratifying.”
This season, the Brazilian has been one of the best strikers in the Premier League. Despite Wolves’ struggles, Cunha has notched 10 goal involvements in 12 top-flight fixtures.
He added to to his tally during Wolves’ 4-1 victory over Marco Silva’s Fulham on Saturday, finding the back of the net twice and providing an assist for Joao Gomes’ strike.
It seems that his exploits have once again drawn the attention of United. According to journalist Graeme Bailey [via TBR Football], the Red Devils are among a number of English clubs monitoring the 27-year-old.
However, it’s understood that Wolves boss Gary O’Neil has been assured that Cunha will not be sold in January.
“TBR Football understand Manchester United and Tottenham are monitoring Cunha – who cost Wolves £43m.”
“Napoli are also watching the Brazil international, with the Italian giants – and Newcastle too – sending scouts to Craven Cottage to watch him score twice against Fulham on Saturday.”
“The aforementioned Ait-Nouri is also attracting attention, with Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham scouting him consistently across the past 12 months.”
“Sources are now informing TBR Football that Wolves insist no key men will be sold in the January transfer window, with those at Molineux committed to giving O’Neil the best possible chance of avoiding relegation.”
Bailey adds that Wolves are aware of the interest in Cunha, who also has admirers at Aston Villa.
Meanwhile, United are back in Europa League action on Thursday when they host FK Bodø/Glimt.
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