'When We Played On Gravel Pitches Back Home I'd Imagine...': Cunha Opens Up On Dream Man United Move
New Manchester United recruit Matheus Cunha reminisced over the times he used to dream of pulling on the famous red kit of the Premier League heavyweights following his switch to the Mancunian club from Wolverhampton.
'It is hard to find words to describe this moment. It is a dream come true," the Brazilian said in an exclusive to JioHotstar.
'Sometimes, it is difficult to believe I am really here. This club has always meant something special to me," the 26-year-old said.
'There is a funny story — back home in Brazil, we could only watch the Premier League at my grandma's house because neither, my house nor my cousins had the channel. So, every weekend, we would plan to watch matches at her place," he recollected.
'My cousin, who is older than me, supported Manchester United. He was the one who introduced me to the Premier League — and to United."
'Even when we played on the gravel pitches back home, which is very common in Brazil, I would imagine playing for United. To be here now, and to think back to those moments — it is incredibly emotional," the forward revealed.
'Rooney was the one I looked up to. I have tried to bring elements of his game into mine — the way he gave everything, went to ground to win the ball, and still had the skill and impact up front."
The Brazilian has been handed the honour of donning the iconic United No. 10 jersey.
'He wore the number 10 shirt and led by example," the former RB Lepizig and Atletico Madrid player added.
'Of course, there were others — Ronaldo, Ryan Giggs, Van der Sar. That entire team left a big mark on me during my teenage years," Cunha concluded.
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