How Man Utd could line up next season with Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha in attack after summer spending spree
The Red Devils had to remain patient to capture the key target after Brentford refused to budge in negotiations.
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Bryan Mbeumo has signed for Manchester United
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Matheus Cunha's versatility means he could play a number of roles under Amorim
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But with Mbeumo completing a move Ruben Amorim has a new look attack at Old Trafford.
Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha will likely become two of the first names on the teamsheet.
The only question that remains is where they will play, and whether Bruno Fernandes will join them in the front three.
Cunha often played as a central striker for Wolves but he is capable operating behind the main forward or on the left.
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Amorim still has Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund available as striker options, though the latter has been linked with a switch to AC Milan.
Speculation has surrounded Hojlund all summer long which means he may not be a part of Amorim's plans.
That means it is likely Cunha will play the No9 role in Amorim's favoured 3-4-3 formation, with Fernandes on the left and Mbeumo on the right.
More recruits are expected including a replacement for Andre Onana who will miss the beginning of the season with a torn hamstring.
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Aston Villa shot stopper Emi Martinez has been linked with United hoping to complete a loan for the World Cup winner, per the Daily Mail.
However that is thought to be wishful thinking, with Aston Villa demanding a £40million fee for a 32-year-old keeper who only signed a long-term deal at the club last year.
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