Wolverhampton Wanderers have entered a crucial summer transfer window as Vitor Pereira seeks to maintain the newly-found momentum after losing several key players.
The Old Gold have said their farewells to Matheus Cunha and Rayan Ait-Nouri, with the talismanic figures leaving for Manchester United and Manchester City in deals worth £62.5 million and £33 million respectively. It will be tough enough just replacing those two, but Wolves also have plenty of other work to do to ensure the squad is in a competitive place by the beginning of next season.
Wolves’ new technical director, Domenico Teti, will be working tirelessly with Pereira throughout the coming weeks to reach the best possible solutions in several important positions up and down the field. Wanderers have a decent budget to work with following the Cunha and Ait-Nouri sales but care must still be taken to ensure the club isn’t thrown into PSR pressure this time next year.
One big signing has already been made with 21-year-old winger Fer Lopez joining from Celta Vigo, but who else could come and who could go this summer? Well, so much is still up in the air but we here at Birmingham World have taken a deep dive into the likeliest sales and signings at Molineux. With that in mind, click through the pages to see how Wolves’ squad could shape up for the 2025/26 season – as well as explanations for each and every player listed.
21. Joao Gomes
Often completing a Brazilian pairing in central midfield, Gomes is getting closer and closer to his potential. Interest is building from higher up in the division and across Europe but it’s likely Wolves fans will see Gomes for another season. | Getty Images
22. Marshall Munetsi
Full of energy and capable of playing in a variety of positions, Munetsi has been a handy signing so far. The Zimbabwean hasn’t got the best technical ability in the squad but he’s arguably got the most impressive stamina. | Wolves via Getty Images
23. Boubacar Traore
Providing some depth at the base of midfield is Traore, who Pereira has promised will have opportunities in the future. The Malian is a great physical presence and a decent option if the likes of Andre or Gomes get injured. | Wolves via Getty Images
24. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde
One of Wolves’ most underrated players last term, Bellegarde is a creative force in this team. The Frenchman’s energy is so welcome – and he can play in a variety of midfield or attacking positions. | Wolves via Getty Images