The Express & Star brings you a daily transfer column with the latest news from Wolves, West Brom, and Aston Villa. With the EFL season concluded and the Premier League nearing its end, transfer speculation is heating up ahead of the summer window.
Pedro Lima claims after Premier League starts
Young full-back Pedro Lima has made sporadic appearances for Wolves in recent weeks and has been tipped for a role in the Championship. However, Wolves are on a run of four defeats in five games, and their latest loss at Brighton saw two goals conceded in the opening minutes. Reports from Sport.ua claim that Lima, who joined Wolves from Sport Recife for £8.5m in 2024, could be heading to Ukraine, with Shakhtar Donetsk nearing an agreement.
Celta Vigo on potential Wolves winger deal
Fer Lopez has enjoyed a strong second half of the season after a difficult start in England. An update on his future emerged yesterday, which you can read below.
Albion fans still waiting for released list
West Brom have six senior players out of contract, but their futures have yet to be confirmed. Find out all you need to know here.
West Brom fresh striker links
Ben Brereton-Diaz, the Chile international who was prolific at Blackburn Rovers, is once again linked with a host of Championship clubs. He has struggled to replicate that form since, failing to impress in the Premier League. The striker joined Southampton in 2024 and spent last season on loan at Derby County, scoring four goals in 17 games. With two years left on his contract, a transfer fee would still be significant. West Brom are reportedly interested again, along with several other clubs.
Clubs in for Wolves defender
Jackson Tchatchoua has had a tough season, like many of Wolves' summer signings. He joined for £10m and has been a regular starter but faced criticism for poor displays. Wolves have reportedly given the green light for the international full-back to leave. Bologna are leading the race, with interest also from Real Betis, Villarreal, Rennes, and Marseille.
Villa given £59m tag
Aston Villa remain keen on Manchester City's Omar Marmoush. The Egyptian was a target in January but no deal materialised. Fresh reports indicate City are not planning to sell but could do so if they recoup the £59m they paid for him.
Martinez to Premier League rival?
Emi Martinez appeared set to leave Villa last summer but stayed. After another stellar season, fresh claims suggest his future could be at a Premier League rival. Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for the World Cup winner, with Alisson expected to leave for Juventus. Internal discussions at Liverpool over a potential deal are said to be 'gaining serious momentum'.
