Brazil international Matheus Cunha has signed a new 4½-year contract with Wolverhampton Wanderers, the Premier League club announced on Saturday.

Matheus Cunha has been a standout performer for Wolves this season and has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United in recent months

Matheus Cunha has been on fire for Wolves this season, and despite penning a new contract until 2029, he's been earmarked as a top signing for Manchester United

Matheus Cunha appeared to send a transfer message with his goal celebration in Wolves' win against Aston Villa, before signing a new contract hours later.

Matheus Cunha indicated that he will not be joining Arsenal in the final days of the January transfer window with his celebration during Wolves’ 2-0 win over Aston Villa on Saturday night. The Brazilian forward has been Wolves’ star performer this season with 11 goals in the Premier League so far.

There are no offers for Cunha on the table but that might change in the coming days and Wolves could then have a very big call to make

Arsenal were among the clubs keen on Matheus Cunha during the January transfer window but he has signed a new deal to stay at Wolves until 2029 - although it contains a release clause that kicks in in

Arsenal have been given a clear pathway to bring Matheus Cunha to north London despite the Wolves forward agreeing a new deal at Molineux.

Wolves star Matheus Cunha has been linked with a January transfer to the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United. Having now scored 11 Premier League goals this season, it is no surprise he was in high demand with his ability quite clearly on display despite Wolves' struggles.

The forward has linked with several clubs during the January transfer window, including Arsenal, but he will now stay at Wolves, as reported by the club's official website.