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Wolves handed major boost as Matheus Cunha signs a new four-and-a-half year contract - but talisman's new deal has a release clause to keep Arsenal and other Premier League clubs on alert

Wolves have received a significant boost with Matheus Cunha signing a new four-and-a-half year deal with the club.

The forward has linked with several clubs during the January transfer window, including Arsenal, but he will now stay at Wolves, as reported by the club's official website.

It is understood that Cunha's new deal includes a release clause of £62.5million which will be active from the summer.

Villa and Nottingham Forest are amongst the other Premier League clubs that have been linked with Cunha.

Cunha has enjoyed a superb season so far, which included scoring in Wolves' 2-0 win against Aston Villa on Saturday.