Wolves have one of the best forwards in the Premier League in their squad. Matheus Cunha has proven he is a world-class attacker.
The Brazilian joined Wolves initially on loan from Atletico Madrid in January 2023. He made his transfer permanent the following summer.
Although Cunha is Wolves’ most talked about player, there’s a lot more to the talented South American than just his game-winning moments.
Find out all you need to know about Cunha, including his age, best position, contract and family connections here at Molineux News.
Who is Matheus Cunha?
Cunha, whose full name is Matheus Santos Carneiro da Cunha, was born in Joao Pessoa in Brazil.
As a youngster, Cunha played futsal for a club in Recife before switching to football and beginning his career with Coritiba’s youth academy.
The Brazilian joined Swiss club Sion when he was 18 and later moved to RB Leipzig on a five-year contract.
Cunha scored his first Bundesliga goal against Hertha Berlin — a club he later signed for — during a 3-0 win in November 2018.
After 18 months with Hertha Berlin, Cunha signed for Atletico Madrid where he spent 18 months in Spain before agreeing to join Wolves.
How old is Matheus Cunha?
Cunha is the son of Luziana and Carmelo Cunha and was born on May the 27th, 1999.
How tall is Matheus Cunha?
Cunha stands at 6’0″ tall.
What is Matheus Cunha’s best position?
Cunha’s best position is often debated, but he has produced his best numbers playing as a Number 10.
The Brazilian is incredibly versatile though, and can play anywhere across a team’s front line, including on the wing, up front, or as a second striker.
Matheus Cunha’s Puskas goal nomination
Cunha’s sensational solo goal against Bayer Leverkusen during his time with RB Leipzig was nominated for the 2019 FIFA Puskas Award.
How many times has Matheus Cunha been sent off?
Cunha has been shown a red card twice during his senior career.
The forward clashed with a member of Ipswich Town’s backroom staff after the final whistle of Wolves’ 2-1 Premier League defeat in December 2024. Cunha’s punishment was later downgraded to two matches after he offered to replace the member of staff’s broken glasses.
Cunha’s second red card was against Bournemouth in the fifth round of the FA Cup in February 2025.
The forward was shown a straight red card by Chris Kavanagh in extra-time for violently clashing with Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez.
What number does Matheus Cunha wear at Wolves?
Cunha wears the number 10 shirt at Wolves.
How much did Wolves pay for Matheus Cunha?
Wolves’ agreement with Atletico Madrid allowed Cunha’s transfer fee to potentially rise to £35 million.
A statement on the Wolves website at the time of the deal said: “The Brazilian international flew to the UK and completed his medical earlier in the week, finalising a loan move which will automatically become a permanent deal until 2027, should certain clauses be triggered.”
How much does Matheus Cunha earn?
Cunha’s first contract with Wolves was a four-year deal. He signed an extension in January, 2025, making him one of the club’s top three paid players.
Cunha’s current deal, which runs until June 2029, sees him earn £90,000-per week.
It has been heavily reported that the forward’s latest contract contains a minimum release clause worth £62.5 million.
Who is Matheus Cunha’s wife?
Cunha’s wife is called Gabriela. The pair married in May, 2024.