Everything you need to know about Wolves sensation Matheus Cunha, from his age to his contract situation.
The forward has become a main player in Wolves’ squad over the past year. When he first joined the club, Cunha struggled to make his mark.
However, since the arrival of Gary O’Neil last summer, the Brazilian has sprung to life to become one of the club’s most vital players.
In 2024 alone, the forward has scored plenty of memorable goals. He became the first Wolves player to net a Premier League hat-trick since Diogo Jota in early February in a 4-2 victory against Chelsea. His goal against West Brom to make it 2-0 in the FA Cup will also live long in fan’s memories.
With his cult status expanding each day, here is everything you need to know about Wolves’ latest sensation.
How old is Matheus Cunha?
Cunha was born on May 27, 1999, making him 25 years old at the time of writing. As a result, he shares a birthday with famous people such as Jamie Oliver and actor Christopher Lee.
Where was Matheus Cunha born?
Cunha was born in João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil. The city is located by the sea in the northeastern part of Brazil.
When did Matheus Cunha sign for Wolves?
Wolves announced the signing of Cunha on loan from Atletico Madrid in December 2022, with the Brazilian linking up with the squad at the start of January.
However, it did not take long for Wolves to make the loan deal a permanent one. It was confirmed that the club would sign the forward in the summer of 2023 for £44m after a loan clause was triggered due to him making three appearances.
What number does Matheus Cunha wear?
For Wolves, Cunha opts to wear the number 12 shirt. However, for Brazil, the attacker has been seen utilising many numbers, most recently 21.
What is Matheus Cunha’s contract situation?
Upon signing for Wolves on a permanent deal, Cunha signed a contract until 2027 according to Salary Sport. This will see the 24-year-old earn £4,108,000 a year. This equates to £79k per week.
Who is Matheus Cunha’s agent?
At the time of writing, Cunha is with Bertolucci Sport. This agency has many high-profile players such as Arsenal’s Gabriel and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes.
What are Matheus Cunha’s statistics for Brazil?
In September 2020, Cunha received his first call-up for Brazil. He would then go on to make his debut for his country in a World Cup qualifier in September 2021 in a 1-0 win over Chile. He has now made 11 appearances in total but is yet to score a goal.