"Matheus Cunha a transformative signing for Manchester United" - Goldbridge backs Wolves man to help turn fortunes around at Old Trafford

"This feels a bit like Bruno [Fernandes]," Goldbridge exclaimed, his voice thick with anticipation. "This feels a little bit like it's a player scout, a fan scout. You know, sometimes you mention a player and then the club go and buy them. It doesn't happen very often. I was very much like this about Bruno."

Goldbridge, known for his brutally honest assessments of United's transfer dealings, believes Cunha's arrival would be a significant coup for manager Ruben Amorim, echoing the sentiments of many fans who've long admired the Brazilian's talents.

"This is a player that a lot of fans want," Goldbridge declared. "And it's very rare actually that a player that you want ends up being a player that the club wants. So, I would applaud this. I would really applaud this.

"I've been saying for weeks, this is my dream signing. I think he's transformative. I think he's experienced. We need these types of personalities. Turns 26 in May as well. Perfect profile of player for United. No more learner drivers. No more of that."

So, what is it about Cunha that has got everyone so excited? At 25 years old, the Brazilian is a player brimming with potential, capable of adding a touch of magic and unpredictability to United's midfield.

His versatility is another major asset. Comfortable operating as a number 10, on either flank, or even as a false nine, Cunha offers Amorim tactical flexibility, something that has been sorely lacking at Old Trafford in recent seasons.

However, securing Cunha's signature won't be cheap. The midfielder has a release clause of £62 million, a hefty sum but one that United should be willing to pay for a player of his calibre.

Goldbridge, ever the pragmatist, offered insight into how the deal might be structured: "What I imagine Man United will do is go, 'We will give you £65 million, but we will pay you £15 million, whatever, in the first three years' [...] because when it's a release clause it will be in the clause that the club has to pay the full release clause."

With Goldbridge's ringing endorsement, the excitement surrounding Cunha's potential arrival at Old Trafford is palpable. Should the deal materialize, it would represent a statement of intent from United and Amorim, signalling a shift in focus towards building a team for the future.

Only time will tell if Cunha can live up to the hype, but one thing is certain: Manchester United fans are daring to dream again.