The transfer market drama intensifies as Liverpool back away from signing Wolves’ star forward Matheus Cunha, paving the way for Manchester United to secure his £62.5 million move. While Cunha’s 15 goals and 6 assists in the Premier League this season have made headlines, Liverpool’s hierarchy had a calculated reason for opting out—and it has everything to do with squad depth and a bigger fish in sight.
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🧠 Why Liverpool Walked Away
Per Daily Mail, the Reds were genuinely intrigued by the Brazilian forward and explored joining the race. However, they ultimately decided:
They are already well-stocked in Cunha’s positions, with Gakpo, Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota, and of course Mohamed Salah leading the line.
The club wasn’t fully convinced about how Cunha would fit tactically under new boss Arne Slot.
Instead, all eyes are now on Florian Wirtz, the record-breaking Bundesliga prodigy, who has become Liverpool’s top summer priority in a deal that could surpass £100 million.
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📊 Liverpool’s Attacking Line vs. Cunha
Player Games Goals Assists
Mohamed Salah 38 29 18
Matheus Cunha 33 15 6
Luis Diaz 36 13 5
Cody Gakpo 35 10 4
Diogo Jota 26 6 3
With such numbers, Cunha would add quality, but not enough to justify splashing another large fee when the focus is shifting to creative excellence and midfield scoring threat, where Wirtz dominates.
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⚔️ United Seize Opportunity
Meanwhile, Manchester United are full steam ahead on Cunha, believing he can help offset potential exits like Alejandro Garnacho. He’s expected to wear the No.10 shirt, and earn £200,000 per week, as the Red Devils seek to revive their attack under Ruben Amorim.
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📝 Final Word
Liverpool’s retreat isn’t a loss—it’s a tactical masterstroke aimed at securing one of Europe’s most sought-after young midfielders. And for United, this is a golden chance to finally add firepower where it’s long been missing.
The transfer chessboard is moving f
ast—and the summer war is only beginning. ♟🔥
