Of all the words in the statements to announce Manchester United’s £62.5 million signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves on Wednesday, there were 11 in particular that stood out. “He has proved his ability to succeed in the Premier League,

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Brazil international, 26, moves after United met the £62.5million ($83.7m) release clause in his contract at Molineux. He has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford with the option of a further year.

Manchester United have competed the signing of forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. United had announced on June 1 they had agreed a deal for the player pending visa and registration processes. ESPN previously reported that United triggered the £62.5 million ($83.5m) transfer clause in the Brazil international's contract at Molineux.