The news that his celebration – appearing to sign his autograph in the air – actually meant what it looked like, was the best news Wolves fans had heard for at least a month. Wolves posted Cunha's picture with the number 2029, but what mattered for now was the certainty that he would be staying at least until May 2025.

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