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Man City confirm deadline day transfer for Matheus Nunes in a deal.
Manchester City have announced the signing of midfielder Matheus Nunes from Wolverhampton Wanderers.
City signed Mateo Kovacic to their midfield earlier this summer, but have been looking for another fresh face. After their pursuit of West Ham United’s Lucas Paqueta fell through owing to worries over an investigation into potential gambling violations, the emphasis shifted to Nunes.
The two teams have agreed to a £47 million deal, which Nunes has now signed at the Etihad Stadium.
“I’m so happy to be joining Manchester City, the Champions of Europe and a club I’ve admired for a long time,” Nunes told club media. “The opportunity to work under Pep Guardiola, one of the greatest managers ever, and alongside some of the best players in the world was something I couldn’t turn down.
“I’ve learned so much during my season at Wolves and I’m excited to continue improving in the Premier League, a division which brings the best out of me.
“I’m really excited to get going, meet the fans and hopefully be a part of plenty more success at City.”
Welcome, Matheus Nunes! 👋 pic.twitter.com/Ba4vExfLAz
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 1, 2023
Director of football Txiki Begiristain added: “Matheus is a fine player. We are really happy he is here, and we know he will help us this season and beyond.
“He possesses real quality and will bring a fresh dynamic to this team. He is a player who can play passes that open defences, he can beat players and he is technically excellent.
“Everyone knows Pep improves players – we have seen it so often – and we cannot wait to see how Matheus develops under his management.”
In another transaction, 21-year-old midfielder Tommy Doyle departed City to sign a loan deal with Wolves, with the possibility of a permanent transfer as well.
The Portuguese international joins City from Wolves! ✍️
— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 1, 2023