Matheus Nunes establishes himself as key player for Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Matheus Nunes has become a vital member of Manchester City's squad, transitioning from a midfielder to a right-back. After joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023, Nunes struggled initially but has since excelled in his new position. His journey involved overcoming personal insecurities and acceptance of change after discussions with teammates like Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias. In the 2025-26 season, Nunes emerged as a consistent performer, providing pace and defensive solidity, addressing a key need in City's lineup as they adjusted to Kyle Walker's decline in performance.
- •Nunes joined Manchester City from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023.
- •After a challenging start, he found success at right-back during the 2024-25 season.
- •His role was critical as Kyle Walker's performance declined.
- •Nunes credits mental strength and support from teammates for his transformation.
- •He has become one of City's most consistent players in the 2025-26 season.
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"Manchester City signed Matheus Nunes from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023. The Portuguese international was signed to add quality and cover to City’s midfield. However, Nunes failed to make a...
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