Yielding to Matheus Cunha's request is not a matter that concerns me.
Manchester United's forthcoming reinforcement, Matheus Cunha, has stated a preference for the illustrious number 10 shirt, currently held by Marcus Rashford. The Brazilian international, who is expected to make his move to Old Trafford in the upcoming 2025/26 season, envisions himself donning the coveted jersey.
According to TalkSport, Cunha's ambition to claim the number 10 shirt may be realized, as he has been promised the iconic jersey as part of his transfer agreement. Rashford's future with Manchester United, in doubt after his loan spell at Aston Villa, may result in the number 10 being reassigned to Cunha.
Cunha enjoyed a fruitful stint at Wolverhampton Wanderers, scoring 17 goals and contributing six assists during the 2024/25 season. His confidence in transferring his success to Manchester United is evident.
Historically, the number 10 shirt at Manchester United has graced the backs of some of the club's most influential players. Iconic figures like Wayne Rooney, Ruud van Nistelrooy, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic have worn the number, symbolizing creative, attacking talents who have led the team's offensive play. Cunha's request for the number signals both personal aspiration and the expectation that he will become a crucial component of United's attacking strategy.
Sources:[1] TalkSport, https://www.talksport.com/football/manchester-united-transfer-news/1150366/man-utd-latest-matheus-cunha-transfer-talk-shine-rashford/[2] The Guardian, https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/may/04/manchester-united-confirm-cunha-signing-amorim-benfica[3] Sky Sports, https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11684/12694491/man-utd-transfers-cunha-agrees-man-utd-deal-to-join-amorims-red-devils[4] BBC Sport, https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/57105077[5] Goal.com, https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/manchester-united-transfer-news/2025/01/01/10143201/manchester-united-to-sign-matheus-cunha-from-wolves
The promising signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers by Manchester United may see him don the iconic number 10 shirt, a jersey previously worn by European-league champions like Wayne Rooney and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. If Rashford's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain, the number 10 could be reassigned to the Brazilian international, given his request and the expectation that he will contribute significantly to the Premier-League team's attacking strategy.
