In that regard, United’s move for Matheus Cunha — after meeting the release clause of £62.5million ($84.4m) in his Wolves contract — is an encouraging flicker of life. The 26-year-old was one of the division’s standout performers last campaign, with his 15 goals and six assists accounting for well over a third of his team’s goal returns.

Gary Neville has endorsed Manchester United’s move for Bryan Mbeumo and reacted to Bruno Fernandes’ decision to stay at the Premier League club. United have begun talks to sign Mbeumo from Brentford after making Matheus Cunha,

Man United have made the ideal start to the summer transfer window, securing Matheus Cunha's signature, but there is a lot more work still to be done.