Several Premier League teams are gearing up to compete for the signature of Brazilian midfielder Joao Gomes, with Wolves not feeling any pressure to let him go.
As per HITC reports, Joao Gomes has been drawing significant interest from other Premier League clubs, with Tottenham, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and Manchester United among those interested. Despite this, Wolves are showing no signs of willingness or urgency to sell the talented midfielder.
Premier League interest in Joao Gomes
Joao Gomes has emerged as a crucial player under Gary O’Neil’s management at Wolves, contributing significantly to their push for a potential European finish in May. His performances have been outstanding, particularly noteworthy given the departure of key players like Ruben Neves and Matheus Nunes last summer.
At just 23 years old, Joao Gomes has elevated his performance levels and forged a strong midfield partnership with Mario Lemina, establishing himself as one of Gary O’Neil’s most crucial players at Wolves. However, there are concerns within the club about potential Premier League clubs expressing interest in Gomes and potentially unsettling him before the summer transfer window.
Tottenham are interested in the midfielder, while Aston Villa and Newcastle United have also shown they can enter the race for the 23-year-old Brazilian. Should they join the chase, these clubs will rival Manchester United, which is widely considered a top contender, should Wolves decide to sell.
Manchester United are keen on Gomes, with Erik ten Hag and INEOS eyeing a top-draw midfielder in the summer. The club are eager to bring someone who could complement their rising star, Kobbie Mainoo, as Gomes could fit that bill for the Red Devils. However, the increased competition and Wolves’ reluctance to sell could complicate any deal for Manchester United and others part of the race.
No, Wolves are not under pressure to sell Joao Gomes or any of their other key players ahead of the summer transfer window. They have made it clear that they are not facing any urgency to offload their top talents, which could potentially include players like Pedro Neto.
Last summer, they experienced the challenge of selling crucial midfielders such as Neves and Nunes, with Nunes making a late move to Manchester City, where he has had intermittent appearances.
Wolves find themselves in a robust financial situation, especially considering the Financial Fair Play (FFP) scrutiny affecting many clubs. Their successful sales and increasing income have bolstered their financial health significantly.
As a result, they are no longer compelled to offload their key players. However, if clubs pursue their top stars like Neto or Gomes, Wolves would likely demand a substantial fee given their importance to the team.