Matheus Cunha has said it’s a 'dream' to inherit Manchester United’s iconic No. 10 shirt after sealing a £62.5 million ($85m) move from Wolves. The Brazilian will don the number made famous by Wayne Rooney and most recently worn by Marcus Rashford, who looks set to leave. The 26-year-old called it a 'privilege' to be handed the iconic number as he prepares for life at Old Trafford.
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Cunha completed move to Man Utd from WolvesInherits iconic No. 10 shirt previously worn by RashfordCalls it a 'privilege' to follow legends like RooneyFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Manchester United confirmed the signing of Cunha from Wolves in a £62.5 million transfer last month. The 25-year-old forward has been handed the No. 10 shirt previously worn by Rashford as the Old Trafford favourite is expected to leave this summer after been deemed surplus to requirements by Ruben Amorim.
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Cunha arrives to Old Trafford off the back of a standout season with Wolves, netting 15 Premier League goals and registering six assists. The No. 10 shirt comes with weighty history at United, previously worn by legendary stars like Rooney, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Ruud van Nistelrooy, and the Brazilian has claimed that he understands the importance of the iconic number.
WHAT CUNHA SAID
Speaking to Manchester United's club media, Cunha said: "Yeah, wow. It's something that you always dream about [wearing the No. 10].
"I can mention many players that use this shirt. It's so easy for me. Of course, I think the one that I always think about when I see this number in this shirt for me was Wayne Rooney. He was someone that I grew up to watch him play and I have [watched] many games now.
"Then I swapped shirts with Marcus [Rashford, after a game] also, I have his shirt in my home. But, of course, we know many players used this shirt — [Ruud] van Nistelrooy, [Zlatan] Ibrahimovic.
"It's the dream not only to use the shirt, but with all the history they have around the number, it's something beautiful that I have the privilege to do it.
"With every single number, it will be a pleasure to use the shirt. But, yeah, with this one it's something different. Then, of course, the responsibility is coming, and I hope I can do everything like goals, assists and help the team."
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The Brazilian forward is expected to join United’s pre-season tour later this month as he begins to integrate into Amorim’s squad. With Rashford’s departure imminent, he will be tasked with becoming a key figure in United’s new-look attack and all eyes will be on the Brazilian to live up to the legacy of the No. 10.
