Man City has made an official acquisition, securing the services of Matheus Nunes from Wolves for a staggering £52 million. This signing is aimed at fortifying Pep Guardiola’s midfield, particularly following the injuries to key players Ilkay Gundogan and Kevin de Bruyne. Nunes, the Portuguese international, has inked a five-year contract with City, just a year after his move to Wolves from Sporting CP, where he became their record signing. Notably, he becomes Pep Guardiola’s fourth summer signing, joining Mateo Kovacic, Josko Gvardiol, and Jeremy Doku in bolstering the squad. Nunes will don the number 27 shirt for his new club.
Zooming out to the broader context, Manchester City had been actively seeking a new midfielder since captain De Bruyne sustained a hamstring injury on the Premier League’s opening day. Initially, they considered pursuing Lucas Paqueta but abandoned the idea due to his involvement in a betting investigation.
In his own words, Nunes expressed his elation about the move, stating, “It’s a dream come true. I’ve always aspired to play for a prestigious club in England, and this year, I was blessed with the opportunity. I’m extremely delighted and eagerly anticipating getting started.” He also emphasized the multiple factors that influenced his decision, including the allure of joining the reigning champions and the prospect of working under a renowned coach like Pep Guardiola. He noted, “It’s a colossal club – the best you can find, with exceptional opportunities and infrastructure. When I first learned of their interest in me, I didn’t hesitate for a moment.”
Matheus Nunes will immediately integrate into City’s setup and could potentially be included in the squad for the upcoming Premier League match against Fulham at home on Saturday.