Arsenal turn to Wolverhampton Wanderers star Matheus Cunha in search for new forward - Paper Round
Updated 27/12/2024 at 10:48 GMT
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The in-form Matheus Cunha of Wolves is attracting interest from Arsenal, who are in search of a forward to bolster their attack. Elsewhere, a number of clubs are said to be monitoring the situation of Antony at Manchester United, and no fewer than four Premier League clubs are prepared to fight it out for Paris Saint-Germain star Randal Kolo Muani.
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Arsenal register interest in Cunha
Arsenal could make a move for the in-form Wolves forward Matheus Cunha, it has been claimed.
The Gunners are said to be interested in bolstering their attack and feel the Brazil international ticks all the boxes, according to The Telegraph.
Cunha scored straight from a corner as Wolves stunned Manchester United 2-0 on Boxing Day.
"Arsenal hold an interest in Wolves forward Matheus Cunha but would face a huge battle landing him during the transfer window while the Brazilian is involved in a fight for survival at Molineux," reads the article.
"It is understood that Arsenal’s interest in the 25-year-old was sparked before the injury of Bukayo Saka, who will be out for "many weeks" with a hamstring problem suffered against Crystal Palace. Raheem Sterling is also out with a knee problem to limit Mikel Arteta’s forward options.
"With Wolves in the bottom three for much of the campaign, they are fighting to preserve their top-flight status for an eighth successive season and are thought to be extremely reluctant to let one of their key players leave in January.
"Cunha has two full seasons left on his current terms at Wolves and the club are looking for him to commit his future for longer after making a positive impact on the team since his arrival from Spain."
Antony attracting January interest
Manchester United forward Antony is attracting interest ahead of next month’s transfer window.
The wideman has scored just one goal in 10 appearances so far this season and his time at Old Trafford could be brought to an end in January.
"Manchester United have received ‘multiple approaches’ for Antony ahead of the January transfer window," writes The Sun.
"The £86million flop is having another difficult season at Old Trafford, scoring just one goal in ten appearances.
"His Man Utd misery could finally come to an end next month with several teams eyeing up the winger.
"Antony's agent Junior Pedroso told Give Me Sport: ‘Many clubs have approached us for Antony's move in January.
"'These clubs wanted to understand the situation for Antony, so I can confirm that there's concrete interest.
"'To be fair, Manchester United have never expressed any interest to sell or loan out Antony to us. We never received this sort of communication so far.
"Man Utd management never told us that they want Antony to leave.
"'I can say that Antony's future is very much tied to Manchester United's interests.
"'If the club thinks it would be a good idea to loan Antony out in January so he can get more minutes and regain his trust, we will work together on that option.'"
Premier League clubs chasing Kolo Muani
Randal Kolo Muani has no shortage of interest with four Premier League clubs said to be monitoring his situation at Paris Saint-Germain.
Arsenal have reportedly joined the race to capture his signature, with Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester City also linked.
"Four Premier League clubs are battling for the signature of France star Randal Kolo Muani," reads an article in The Sun.
"Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester City have been exploring a deal for the speedy Paris Saint-Germain frontman.
"And Arsenal have joined the race, with winger Bukayo Saka facing more than two months on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.
"Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou desperately needs options given his side’s injury crisis.
"And Kolo Muani’s electric pace and ability to play anywhere along the frontline appeals.
"City boss Pep Guardiola wants to freshen things up given their dreadful form and a loan deal would suit both parties.
"PSG are keen on an obligation-to-buy clause with Frenchman Kolo Muani not part of boss Luis Enrique’s plans.
"Liverpool are weighing up their options with Mo Salah out of contract in the summer and allowed to talk to foreign clubs in the January window.
"Boss Arne Slot is a big fan of Kolo Muani, who has performed better for country than club of late."
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