Manchester United chief Jason Wilcox has opened up following the club's signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves.
The Brazil international has arrived for a fee of £62.5million, having scored 15 Premier League goals last term.
United have made Cunha their first signing of the summer as they look to bounce back following the nightmare of last season.
And Wilcox, speaking to club media, has hailed the Samba star as one of the 'most productive' players in the Premier League.
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He said: "Bringing in Matheus was one of our main priorities for this summer, so we are delighted to have completed his signing so early in the window.
"He has proved his ability to succeed in the Premier League as one of the most exciting and productive forwards in England during his time at Wolves, and before that in Spain and Germany.
"He has all the qualities we are looking for as we seek to build a strong, dynamic and entertaining team capable of challenging for the biggest honours."
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As for Cunha, the 26-year-old can't wait to get started in his new surroundings.
"It is hard to put into words my feelings about becoming a Manchester United player," he said.
"Ever since I was a child in Brazil watching Premier League games on TV at my grandmother’s house, United was my favourite English team and I dreamed of wearing the red shirt.
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"I want to thank my family and everyone who has helped me make that dream a reality.
"I can’t wait for the start of pre-season to get to know my teammates and prepare for the season ahead.
"All my focus is now on working hard to become a valuable part of the team, and helping get this club back to the top."
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United aren't expected to stop spending after the deal for Cunha.
They're currently pursuing a deal for Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo, who is believed to be keen on a move to Old Trafford.
Despite talk of a late hijack from Tottenham, the Cameroon international is still expected to join United this summer.
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Ruben Amorim is also understood to be keen on a deal for Victor Gyokeres, who flourished under the 40-year-old at Sporting Lisbon last term.
The striker bagged 39 goals across all competitions, though has also been linked with Arsenal and Juventus.
United want a new goalkeeper, too, with Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez emerging as a target amid Andre Onana's shambolic spell at the club so far.
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