It was only a matter of time before United signed Wolves striker Cunha, and the Brazil international, who had just celebrated his 26th birthday, said goodbye to his former team-mate and presented his two closest compatriots, Joao Gomez and Andre, with a Rolex watch in the dressing room. Cunha told them, "Thank you for all the moments that have been with me, you will always remain in my heart. I will always love you and your family."
Brazilian defender Gomez explained: "I promised we wouldn't be relegated and he promised to give me a Rolex watch! What a man of his word. It's so valuable! More precious than any trophy or title, because it represents a sincere friendship. I love you, my old friend, for being straightforward. Thank you for everything, brother."
Midfielder Andre hugged Cunha and wished him success at Manchester United. "My friend, I believe that wherever you go, you will shine. Wherever you go, may God bless you and your family."
Rolex is a luxury for the average person, but it may be just a bargain for Cunha, who is about to join Manchester United. The British "Daily Telegraph" revealed that Cunha's five-year contract with the Red Devils will guarantee him a weekly salary of 200,000 pounds! Within United, the income is tied for sixth behind Casemiro (£350,000 a week), Marcus Rashford (£325,000), Bruno Fernandes (£300,000), Mason Mount and Jadon Sancho (£250,000).
Manchester United want to attract Cunha, who has scored 15 goals in 32 Premier League games this season, to join the team, and it is not surprising that they will reject other giants, including Arsenal, and offer high salaries. However, the £200,000-a-week salary does continue to confirm the reality of the club's imbalance in the pay system, especially when compared to other big clubs such as Premier League runners-up Arsenal.
According to Portuguese media reports, Arsenal executives are in Lisbon to negotiate a deal for Portuguese sporting centre forward Djekereish, who has offered to sign the 26-year-old Swedish centre-forward for a transfer fee of 70 million euros (£58.7 million), who scored 54 goals in 52 games and helped Sport win the Portuguese Super League and Portuguese Cup double.
The liquidated damages of Jekereish are as high as 100 million euros, but the actual transfer fee can be reduced by 30 million euros. According to Portugal's "Mania Post", Arsenal have offered a contract to Dzhekeraisz's agent in Lisbon for a signing fee of 12 million euros (10 million pounds), a five-year contract, and a basic weekly salary of 110,000 pounds! There is also a claim that Jekereish earns up to £240,000 a week, but that's after factoring in the hefty incentive bonuses.
Comparing the two deals, fans saw that Jekereish, who scored more goals, was cheaper and had a lower weekly salary, which showed that United still lagged behind other big teams in terms of transfer operations. Of course, this must also be affected by the team's poor record, and the poor situation can only attract people by throwing money.
According to British media, Manchester United has also reached an agreement with Ipswich center Liam Delap. ESPN claims that the Red Devils have finalised the framework of Drape's deal, informing Ipswich that they will activate the £30 million liquidated damages clause. The report revealed that United had also agreed personal terms with Delap, with the 22-year-old England making a move quick as long as his options were confirmed.
According to rumors, Delap's weekly salary could be as high as £120,000 to £150,000, which is also higher than Zhekereish! But even then, United are yet to secure him, as Chelsea, Newcastle United and Everton have also met with him to claim the 12-goal player in 36 Premier League games. Delap's income at Ipswich Town is just £20,000 a week, but he is set to secure a new life-changing contract this summer.