Man United Reach Agreement for Second Summer Signing
Liam Delap Set to Join Manchester United as Club Also Secures Matheus Cunha
In a bold and strategic move to bolster their attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 season, Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign highly-rated young striker Liam Delap. The club has also completed a deal for Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha, signaling a major statement of intent in the transfer market.
Sources close to the negotiations confirm that both deals have been greenlit, with personal terms agreed and medicals scheduled to be completed in the coming days. United moved swiftly to secure Delap amid strong interest from several Premier League rivals, including Chelsea and Newcastle. The 22-year-old, who impressed with Ipswich Town last season despite their relegation, is expected to join United for a fee close to his £30 million release clause.
Delap, known for his physicality, pressing intensity, and eye for goal, is seen as a long-term investment by United, who are reshaping their frontline under manager Ruben Amorim. His signing is aimed at adding depth and youthful energy to the squad, as United prepare for a campaign across multiple competitions, including a return to the UEFA Champions League.
In a separate but equally significant move, the club has also finalized the acquisition of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Brazilian forward brings flair, versatility, and Premier League experience, providing a dynamic option either as a central striker or in a deeper creative role.
United’s double swoop for Delap and Cunha demonstrates their aggressive approach to the summer transfer window, as the club looks to re-establish itself as a serious title contender. With both forwards expected to join in the coming weeks officially join in the coming weeks, fans will be eagerly anticipating how they fit into Amorim’s evolving system.
