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Manchester United hopes to reach an agreement with Cunha this week to open a five-year contract! If you want to installments, you need to negotiate with Wolves

8:32am, 30 April 2025【Football】

The negotiations between Manchester United and Wolves striker Cunha have entered a very in-depth stage. Italian transfer expert Fabricio Romano disclosed that the two sides have planned to meet next this week. The Red Devils do not want to pay their £62.5 million penalty in one lump sum, so the next step is still to negotiate with the Wolves.

Romano said that Manchester United is confident of reaching an agreement and hopes to reach an agreement before the summer window opens on June 1. "We are entering a big day for Cuna's transfer. As I said, the negotiations between Manchester United and Cuna have entered a very deep stage," Romano said. "It must be emphasized that Manchester United really believes that they can complete Cuna's deal soon. Why? Because they are ready to pay £62.5 million in liquidated damages, but they still need to contact Wolves." He added: "Like I said a week ago, Manchester United and the players are in line. The contacts on the side are progressing very smoothly, and Cunha is eager to transfer. Manchester United's project is very attractive and the salary is being discussed. So, let's wait and see. The agreement between Manchester United and Cunha will not be a problem." Sources from the British media "GIVEMESPORT" confirmed that Manchester United will negotiate with Cunha on the details of the financial terms this week, and some small details about the salary structure are still to be agreed upon, and the two sides have arranged an important talk. According to "TEAMtalk", Manchester United has proposed a five-year contract for Cunha, valid until June 30, 2030.

According to reports, the Red Devils initially proposed a four-year contract and had the option to renew the contract for the fifth year, but the negotiations have turned to a five-year agreement directly. The advantage of this is that its transfer fee can be "amortized" for a longer period of time, which is equivalent to spending £12.5 million per fiscal year, and £15.625 million in 4 years.

Meanwhile, while Manchester United is willing to pay Cunha's £62.5 million termination in full, they hope to pay the money in three to four seasons, which will help the club maintain real-life cash flow. Negotiations with Wolves will be held after Cunya is confirmed to join.

For how long it will take for Manchester United to complete Cunha's transfer negotiations, Romano predicts that it will be one or two weeks, probably with the players and Wolves for one week each. "Marteau United will need more time, at least another meeting to solve some details. My understanding is that Manchester United hopes to reach an agreement as soon as possible, so I don't think Cunya's transfer is a long process, such as by the end of July, August or even the transfer deadline. If everything goes as planned, I think Cunya's transfer will be completed soon."

He concluded: "The negotiations are very in-depth. Manchester United is preparing to pay a 62.5 million pounds termination fee in installments, so in this case, they are ready to contact Wolves and find a solution. But it is certain that reaching an agreement with the players is the first step, and Manchester United is definitely moving in the right direction."

After helping Wolves beat Leicester City with 1 goal and 2 assists, Cunya did not talk about the rumors of transferring to Manchester United, but instead expressed loyalty to the current club. "Each of us is very loyal to Wolves and wants to show our abilities to the fans. We have won six straight wins and scored record points, which is worth it. I always say I am happy to play for the team, and sometimes I feel overly excited because I love playing here."

25-year-old Brazil international Cunya is the Wolves' star player this season, scoring 17 goals and having 6 assists in various competitions. According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal, Aston Villa and some Saudi clubs are also interested in signing Cunha, and those clubs may step in if negotiations between Cunha and the Red Devils slow down. The next few days will be decisive, with Manchester United confident that they will soon reach a pre-deal with Cunha, making him the first major transfer in the summer transfer window.