Man Utd target Matheus Cunha after Erik ten Hag shifts stance on Cristiano Ronaldo transfer - Paper Round

Man Utd want Cunha Manchester United are considering a £45m move for Atletico Madrid striker Matheus Cunha, the Daily Mail reports. The Brazil international only joined Atletico on a five-year deal last year, but United have been told the player is willing to make the move, with the Spanish club needing to sell players this summer. Having offered Alvaro Morata to United, the struggling Premier League club would prefer Cunha.

Ad Paper Round’s view: There has been a positive response from United fans following news of this potential transfer, and that perhaps tells you all you need to know. It won’t happen… Of course, it might, so let’s see how it plays out – but once United are interested, the price normally goes up £10m or so. Premier LeagueAC Milan and Inter Milan 'rejected Ronaldo' after call from agent — reportsYESTERDAY AT 13:09 ** Ten Hag shifts stance on Ronaldo Erik ten Hag has performed a U-turn over his Cristiano Ronaldo stance and is willing to facilitate the forward’s move away from Manchester United, the Times reports.

Ten Hag had stressed his desire to keep Ronaldo after taking the reins at Old Trafford, but having seen Ronaldo’s mood and overall demeanour during their opening two defeats this season, the Dutchman is willing to cut ties. Paper Round’s view: No real surprise to see Ten Hag change his mind, but you would imagine it will take more than Cunha to make up for Ronaldo’s departure. They need a proper No.

9, but there are far and far between right now. ** Ronaldo among group sending SOS plea Several Manchester United players have approached the club’s hierarchy urging them to back Erik ten Hag and make new signings to help turn around their shocking start to the season, the Mirror reports. Captain