It’s been a whirlwind 24 hours for Manchester United’s new signing Matheus Cunha—both professionally and personally.
Just hours before the team was set to fly to the U.S. for their pre-season tour, the Brazilian forward welcomed a brand-new member to his family and shared the news with the world.
Cunha Celebrates Birth of Baby Girl Liz
Cunha, 26, took to Instagram on Monday night to announce the arrival of his second child, a baby girl named Liz.
The post included sweet hospital pictures showing Cunha smiling beside his wife Gabi and their young son, now a proud big brother.
“Hello world, I’m Liz. And we are four now,” Cunha wrote in the caption, expressing gratitude with, “I am very blessed to have you.
Thanks God for everything.”
Social Media Flooded with Congratulations
The heartwarming post was quickly met with love and well wishes from across the football world.
Fellow Brazilian and Arsenal star Gabriel Martinelli left a congratulatory comment, while Cunha’s new United teammate Bruno Fernandes and football insider Fabrizio Romano also shared their joy.
Even Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr., another of Cunha’s Selecao teammates, chimed in—along with Manchester United’s official Instagram account, which welcomed baby Liz with open arms.
Timing Adds Uncertainty Around Pre-Season Tour
With the joyful news coming just before United’s scheduled departure for their U.S. tour, there’s now a bit of uncertainty over when Cunha will link up with the squad.
For now, it looks like he’s staying close to his family before jumping into life at Old Trafford.
United Also Finalise Major Move for Bryan Mbeumo
Meanwhile, United were also making big moves off the pitch.
Late Monday night, the club confirmed the £71 million signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, adding more firepower to their attack ahead of the new season.
The 25-year-old winger signed a deal through June 2030, with the option to extend for another year.
The final fee includes £65 million upfront, plus an additional £6 million in performance-related bonuses.
Mbeumo Only Had Eyes for United
Despite interest from several other Premier League sides—Tottenham, Newcastle, Arsenal, and even whispers of a late attempt from Chelsea—Mbeumo made it clear: he only wanted United.
Sources close to Stamford Bridge have insisted that no formal bid was submitted by Chelsea, despite the rumors.
Transfer Talks Were Anything but Smooth
Behind the scenes, though, this transfer wasn’t without its drama.
United reportedly grew frustrated with Brentford, who kept altering their asking price—at one point demanding £70 million plus £7 million in add-ons.
To push the deal over the line, it’s believed Mbeumo was even asked to lower his wage expectations, giving United more financial wiggle room to meet Brentford’s shifting demands.
Relief at Old Trafford After Securing a Proven Attacker
Now that everything’s official, there’s a sense of relief at Old Trafford.
Mbeumo has been one of the Premier League’s most reliable attacking threats since Brentford’s promotion, averaging 18 goal contributions per season—a stat that United fans will be eager to see replicated in red.
A New-Look Attack Begins to Take Shape
Between Cunha’s arrival from Wolves for £62.5 million and Mbeumo’s high-profile move, United’s frontline is getting a serious overhaul this summer.
The club seems determined to build a more clinical, dynamic attacking force under Erik ten Hag.
With both personal milestones and professional victories coming in quick succession, the countdown to United’s U.S. tour—and the new Premier League season—is officially on.