Mikel Arteta and Matheus Cunha (Photo by Alex Bantling, Dan Estetini/Getty Images)
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly not willing to sell Matheus Cunha during the winter transfer window despite huge interest from clubs.
The Midlands outfit are unfazed by the huge interest in the Brazilian and are not prepared to listen to offers for their star player.
That depends Sky Sports correspondent Daniel Khan who wrote on XFormerly known as Twitter: “Despite interest from Nottingham Forest and Arsenal – I understand Matheus Cunha is not for sale and is not expected to leave Wolves in January. The new contract was about rewarding his recent form, and there has been no impact on his immediate future, and Wolves have relaxed Regarding the situation.
The 25-year-old Brazilian has been in fantastic form for Wolves since joining. He scored 14 goals last season, including a hat-trick at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea. This season, the striker has scored 10 goals and provided 4 assists in 21 Premier League matches. This brings his score with Wolverhampton to 25 goals and 12 assists.
This has led to reported interest andFrom Manchester United, Arsenal and the Blues.
Matheus Cunha's price has been revealed
Ben Jacobs shared an update on Cunha's status. The reporter stated that Arsenal is in contact with the player's agents regarding a possible move.
He posted on X, formerly known as Twitter: “Mattheus Cunha has not yet signed his new contract with Wolves despite verbally agreeing to the new financial terms. The parties are still discussing the release clause, and possibly two different numbers depending on whether Wolves remain promoted and/or relegated.
“Cunha has been offered a significant pay rise, and even with a new long-term contract, Wolves would understand Cunha's desire to leave for the right opportunity in future windows.
“Arsenal are currently in contact with Cunha's camp, but talks are only informal at this stage. Wolves still do not want to sell in January, and that position will only change with an insane offer, potentially in excess of £80m.
“Wolves are planning with Cunha for the second half of the season, but Arsenal remain alert to the opportunity.”