Matheus Cunha sends transfer message to Arsenal as Wolves beat Aston Villa
Matheus Cunha sends transfer message to Arsenal as Wolves beat Aston Villa
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Matheus Cunha indicated that he will not be joining Arsenal in the final days of the January transfer window with his celebration during Wolves’ 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday night. The Brazilian forward has been Wolves’ star performer this season with 11 goals in the Premier League so far. However, Wolves have needed to fend off interest in the 25-year-old this month with Arsenal, Chelsea and Nottingham Forest all linked with a move.
But after scoring Wolves’ second goal in injury time to seal their 2-0 win against Villa at Molineux, Cunha appeared to give a clear message to supporters during his celebration as he pointed to the turf and made a heart shape with his hands. Cunha reinforced his message after the full-time whistle as he was seen smiling at fans while he pointed to the Wolves badge on his shirt. He was also briefly seen making a gesture which mimicked the signing of a contract.
Later on Saturday evening, Wolves confirmed that Cunha had signed a new contract which keeps him tied to the club until 2029. Wolves’ sporting director Matt Hobbs said: ‘The new contract is a reward for what Matheus has done, and symbolises his importance to us on the pitch. It is something that he’s earned because of everything he’s given us and will continue to give us. ‘Matheus loves the club, loves the fans and really appreciates the opportunity the club has given him. The fans have taken him under their wing, and he’s loved being here, so it’s been a really positive experience for both sides.
‘His talent is undeniable and he’s a real winner. He wants us to achieve our goals now, and when a player of his quality shows he’s with you and up for the fight, it’s a big lift for everyone. ‘Now he has to do what he’s been doing, and even more. I expect him to knuckle down through the second half of season, because we need everyone at it.’. For more stories like this, check our sport page.
