Man United set Matheus Cunha transfer deadline as Viktor Gyokeres breaks silence

Manchester United's Europa League final defeat to Tottenham further proves that the club is in dire need of reinforcements.

The defeat to Spurs marks only the second time in 35 years that United have failed to qualify for European competition and officially confirms their worst season since relegation in 1974.

However, those in charge won’t have to wait much longer to get their business underway, with the summer transfer window set to open on June 1. And Ruben Amorim has already confirmed the club's stance on the market.

"We have two plans even for the market," Amorim confirmed. "We need to understand that is tough for a club like us not to be in the Champions League. But we have to use the other side. We have more time to work during the week on the Premier League and that will be our focus."

With that said, the Manchester Evening News has taken a look at the latest transfer headlines from in and around Old Trafford.

In the latest update on Matheus Cunha, United will trigger the £62.5million release clause for the Wolves star when the season ends this weekend, according to Sky Sports.

The club is reportedly aware of the conditions required to trigger the clause. However, there has been no 'direct contact' between the clubs so far, though those formalities are expected to happen once the season ends.

Other clubs are also interested in Cunha, but he is thought to prefer a move to United.

The Brazilian has an impressive tally of 17 Premier League goals from 35 appearances during the 2024/2025 campaign. Although a deal is yet to be agreed between parties, The Manchester Evening News understands that Cunha remains "optimistic" about a move to Old Trafford this summer.

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