Matheus Cunha spotted leaving hotel in Manchester after Wolves star holds transfer talks ahead of £62.5million move
MATHEUS CUNHA has broken cover in Manchester ahead of his blockbuster move to Old Trafford.
Manchester United are closing in on a £62.5million deal for the Brazilian forward.
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Cunha, 26, was spotted checking out of The Lowry Hotel on Sunday morning.
The hotel is just a short drive from United's Carrington training centre.
It is the first time the Brazilian has been seen in the North West ahead of his eagerly-awaited switch from Wolves.
The 26-year-old was joined by his pregnant wife Gabriela and their young son.
According to the Manchester Evening News, Cunha's representatives met with United's director of recruitment, Christopher Vivell, on Saturday night.
United have triggered Cunha's £62.5m release clause and will pay the hefty transfer tag in instalments over the next three years.
Cunha netted 15 Premier League goals in 33 appearances for Wolves last season.
He was high on Ruben Amorim 's summer wishlist, with the Portuguese boss keen to move on from a horror campaign and get business done early.
Cunha headed straight to the airport from the hotel, where he jetted out for international duty with Brazil.
United's squad are currently heading home from a horror post-season tour of Asia.
Matheus Cunha gifts Wolves team-mates Joao Gomes and Andre a Rolex ahead of Man Utd transfer
The trip has been marred by a series of gaffes, including a bizarre open-top bus appearance and players flashing middle fingers at supporters.
Club legend David Beckham was among those to take a swipe at the players, branding their behaviour "not ok."
Cunha released his own statement after Wolves' final game of the season on May 25.
Addressing fans on Instagram and appearing to say goodbye, he wrote: "Wolves, what can I say to you?
"What an incredible season. We didn't get to where you deserve to be, but we did everything we could to make you proud. I love these guys.
"Individually, it was the best season of my life. All of this was only possible because of all the dedication and love I have for this club.
"I became the Brazilian with the most goals in a Premier League season, along with @roberto_firmino and @gabriel.martinelli.
"I made mistakes and got things right, but always because I lived this club so much.
"All I ever wanted was to do the impossible for Wolves. Another one is over. And thank you all for all the affection."
United are in desperate need of firepower after mustering just 44 league goals last season.
Club captain Bruno Fernandes is said to be "seriously considering" an offer from Saudi side Al Hilal.
Alejandro Garnacho also appears set for the exit door, with Chelsea interested in the £50m-rated Argentine.
While SunSport revealed last week that out-of-favour Marcus Rashford is holding out for Champions League football.
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