The January transfer window is fast approaching, and Premier League leaders Arsenal are already scouring the market for attacking reinforcements. According to reports from The Telegraph, the Gunners have identified Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha as a prime target to bolster their squad depth and firepower for the season’s second half.
Arsenal’s Need for Added Attackers
Mikel Arteta’s side currently sit atop the Premier League table, but recent injuries to key attackers like Bukayo Saka and £50 million summer signing Raheem Sterling have exposed the need for greater depth in the final third. With a congested fixture list on the horizon and the Gunners hoping to compete on multiple fronts, securing additional goal threats could prove vital to their trophy aspirations.
Cunha’s Wolves Impact
Since arriving at Molineux from Atlético Madrid in a £27 million deal last summer, the 25-year-old Brazilian has quickly established himself as one of Wolves’ most important players. Cunha’s versatility, skill, and eye for goal have made him the focal point of their attack, with the forward notching 8 goals and 6 assists across all competitions thus far.
Matheus is a fantastic player with a very bright future. His ability to create and score goals is so valuable to us.
Julen Lopetegui, Wolves Manager
Wolves’ Reluctance to Sell
However, prising Cunha away from Wolves mid-season could prove a tall order for the Gunners. With Lopetegui’s side languishing in the relegation zone, losing their star attacker would be a devastating blow to their survival hopes. The Midlands club are expected to demand a hefty fee, likely north of £40 million, to even consider parting with the Brazilian international in January.
- Wolves currently sit 19th in the Premier League, 2 points from safety
- No team has scored fewer goals (8) than Wolves this season
Arsenal’s Attacking Alternatives
If a deal for Cunha proves unfeasible, Arsenal are expected to explore other avenues to reinforce their frontline. The likes of Lille’s Jonathan David, Eintracht Frankfurt’s Jesper Lindstrom, and Bayer Leverkusen’s Moussa Diaby have all been mooted as potential targets, though all would likely command fees in excess of £50 million.
| Player | Club | Estimated Fee |
| Jonathan David | Lille | £60m |
| Jesper Lindstrom | Frankfurt | £55m |
| Moussa Diaby | Leverkusen | £70m |
The Importance of January Business
As the Gunners aim to lift their first Premier League trophy since 2004, the business they conduct in the coming transfer window could prove pivotal. While a move for Matheus Cunha appears ambitious, it underlines the north London club’s determination to capitalise on their fantastic start to the season.
With the window set to open on January 1st, expect Arsenal to leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of additional firepower. Whether Cunha swaps Wolves gold for Gunners red or alternative targets are acquired, it promises to be a fascinating month of transfer activity at the Emirates Stadium.
