Matheus Cunha has expressed his deep desire to help Manchester United recapture their former glory. Since his move from Wolves, the Brazilian forward has settled into Old Trafford and is determined to contribute to the club’s historic legacy, drawing inspiration from club legends.
Key Takeaways
- Cunha is motivated to bring back the "glory days" to Manchester United.
- He acknowledges the immense legacy of players like Eric Cantona and aims to contribute a "little percentage" of their impact.
- The forward has formed a strong bond with teammate Casemiro, praising his winning mentality.
- Cunha is embracing the challenge of playing for a club of Manchester United’s stature and is eager to make his mark.
Embracing the Legacy
Cunha has been compared to Manchester United icon Eric Cantona, a comparison he humbly dismisses while acknowledging the inspiration it provides. "Wow, what a player. I need to do much more things to be compared to him," Cunha stated. He sees such comparisons as a positive motivation to play with passion and represent the club effectively, aiming to build his own history at Old Trafford.
A Winning Mentality
Reflecting on his time at Manchester United, Cunha highlighted the importance of experienced teammates like Casemiro. He praised the Brazilian midfielder’s "winning mentality" and his role in helping him adapt. "Every day he shows why, how he works and how focused he is," Cunha remarked, emphasizing Casemiro’s influence both on and off the pitch.
Settling In at Old Trafford
Cunha’s transition to Manchester United has been smooth, with players expressing relief at having him on their side after facing him as an opponent for Wolves. He recalled initial shyness but noted how these moments helped him feel more comfortable. The forward is embracing the challenge and the responsibility that comes with wearing the Manchester United shirt, aiming to be a creative spark and contribute to the team’s success.
Managerial Influence
Manager Ruben Amorim’s demanding approach has also been a significant factor in Cunha’s integration. The Brazilian understands that his manager’s intensity stems from a belief in his potential. "If someone demands from you, it’s because you can do it," Cunha commented, expressing his readiness to push his limits to achieve success for the club.
Sources
- A day in the life with Matheus Cunha at Manchester United’s training ground | Football News, Sky Sports.
- Cunha tells Ratcliffe to REVERSE decision on £70m teammate – ‘He has the winning mentality’, TEAMtalk.
- Matheus Cunha reveals he is desperate to ‘bring back the glory days’ at Manchester United after being
compared to Old Trafford icon Eric Cantona, Goal.com. - Matheus Cunha opens up on emulating Cantona and Amorim tunnel talk after Wolves clash that helped lure him to
Man Utd, The Sun.