Manchester United Weigh Up Deadline Day Move for Wolves Midfielder
Manchester United are reportedly plotting a late January transfer window bid for Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes, according to emerging reports. The Red Devils are said to be considering a move for the Brazilian international as the deadline approaches, with fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace also credited with an interest in the player.
Wolves Face Crucial Transfer Window Decisions
Wolverhampton Wanderers have until Monday's deadline to complete any final incoming or outgoing business during this January transfer window. The Midlands club have the opportunity to sell players before the window closes, which could help free up both squad space and financial resources to facilitate potential reinforcements.
New manager Rob Edwards will be looking to put his own stamp on the squad he recently inherited. Wolves currently find themselves in a challenging position, sitting bottom of the Premier League table alongside Burnley and West Ham United in the relegation zone. The team suffered a 2-0 defeat away at Manchester City in their last outing and face AFC Bournemouth at Molineux this weekend.
Joao Gomes Transfer Speculation Intensifies
The transfer speculation centers around Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes, with Manchester United reportedly weighing up a late move for the 24-year-old Brazilian. Sources suggest the Red Devils may lodge an official bid for Gomes in the coming days as they seek new additions under interim manager Michael Carrick, following the team's recent improvement in form.
Gomes originally made his move to English football back in 2024, joining Wolves from Brazilian giants Flamengo. The Rio de Janeiro-born midfielder has established himself as one of Wolves' most valuable assets since his arrival, making 112 appearances across all competitions and scoring seven goals. This season alone, he has featured in 23 matches for the Midlands club.
Player Background and International Pedigree
The Brazilian international boasts an impressive footballing pedigree:
- Developed through Flamengo's academy system
- Made 122 first-team appearances for the Brazilian club
- Scored four goals during his time at Flamengo
- Has earned 10 caps for the Brazilian national team
- Currently under contract at Molineux until summer 2030
Wolves Manager Addresses Transfer Possibilities
Speaking earlier this month, Wolves manager Rob Edwards addressed the possibility of player departures without ruling them out completely. "A lot of the lads want to try and maybe right some of the wrongs and want to help the club," Edwards stated. "They want to do well, of course for themselves, but for a football club as well. They really are genuinely all committed."
The manager added further clarification regarding the transfer situation: "That's not saying that no one's going to go, I'm not saying that, I've been consistent with that all the way through. But, it's not like people are banging the door down or trying to force anything. It's not the case."
Club Stance on Potential Departures
Edwards elaborated on Wolves' approach to potential transfers, explaining: "They're here and absolutely committed and we'll treat everything on an individual basis. If we think it's the right thing for the club, then we might look at something, but only if it's right for us. We have got good players here, so I'm expecting there to be rumours and speculation, but at the moment that's where it is."
The manager emphasized that he feels "under no pressure to sell any of those lads," suggesting Wolves would only consider offers that represent exceptional value for the club. While the Midlands outfit would naturally prefer not to lose a key player like Gomes midway through the campaign, they may find their position challenged if Manchester United presents an offer too substantial to refuse.
With Crystal Palace also monitoring the situation, the coming days could prove decisive in determining whether Joao Gomes remains at Molineux or makes a late switch during this January transfer window.
