Matheus Cunha discusses his high-profile £62.5m move to Manchester United, calling it a “privilege” to play for such a prestigious club. Despite the weight of expectation, Cunha remains confident and excited about helping United return to its former glory under manager Ruben Amorim.
Matheus Cunha has confidently brushed aside any notion that his £62.5 million move to Manchester United is causing him undue pressure. Instead, the Brazilian forward describes his new role at Old Trafford as a privilege—an opportunity to be part of one of the biggest football clubs in the world, and to help restore it to its former glory.
Having netted 12 times in the Premier League last season, Cunha arrives at United with high expectations, particularly when it comes to solving the club’s ongoing goal drought. Yet, despite the magnitude of the task ahead, the 26-year-old insists he is excited rather than overwhelmed by the challenge.
“I really think the pressure at this club is not really pressure, it’s a privilege,” Cunha explained. “When Ruben [Amorim] comes to me and shows all the pressure I have to help the club get back to the top, I see it as a challenge for me and my career.”
His sense of perspective is clear. Rather than feeling the burden of expectations weighing on him, Cunha sees the immense potential for growth, both for himself and the club. “United is always one of the clubs that needs to be there, and to be someone who can be a part of the process is a big privilege.”
Despite joining United as a dream move, Cunha credits manager Ruben Amorim for playing a pivotal role in his decision to make the move to Manchester. “United was always my dream club,” he admitted. “When you can make a dream come true, it’s an easy decision to make.”
Amorim’s influence has been crucial, with Cunha praising the manager’s efforts in making him feel like an integral part of the team. “He showed me how important I am for him, and of course, I felt very well about that,” Cunha shared.
While Cunha’s debut at Manchester United in a pre-season friendly against Leeds United was unofficial, the Brazilian forward is expected to feature prominently in United’s Summer Series against West Ham United and beyond. With major signings like Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo arriving to bolster the team, United is clearly entering a pivotal phase under Amorim’s leadership.
The responsibility of delivering results at a club of United’s stature is not lost on Cunha, but rather than being weighed down, it seems to fuel his drive. With his comfort under pressure and clear determination to make an impact, Cunha’s arrival at Old Trafford signals a promising new chapter for the club.
