Newcastle United Show Concrete Interest in Wolves Defender Hugo Bueno
Wolverhampton Wanderers could face a significant battle to retain defender Hugo Bueno this summer, as Newcastle United have reportedly expressed concrete interest in the left-back. According to sources from Football Insider, the 23-year-old Spaniard is being linked with a potential exit from Molineux in the upcoming transfer window.
Contract Situation and Current Form
Hugo Bueno remains under contract with Wolves until June 2028, meaning he still has several years left on his deal. Despite this, Newcastle United view him as a potential addition to bolster their defensive options, particularly in the left-back position where they currently utilize Lewis Hall. Bueno has made 75 appearances for Wolves across all competitions since his debut in October 2022, including 26 this season, contributing two goals from defense.
Career Journey and Recent Performance
Bueno joined Wolves in 2019 after developing in the academy at CD Areosa in Spain. His career saw a temporary setback when he was loaned to Feyenoord last campaign after falling out of favor, where he played 30 games in the Eredivisie. However, upon returning last summer, he has enjoyed a resurgence, scoring his first Premier League goal in a recent match against Arsenal.
Reflecting on that milestone, Bueno said, "It's an incredible feeling. I was able to get my first Premier League goal, at home, and it's something I wanted to do for a long time, so I'm super happy. It wasn't an easy match at all, losing 2-0, but we knew we had to keep pushing, keep working, keep believing and in the end, we got the result. There's a lot of work behind the scenes, and it's not been an easy season, so to get a little reward today was amazing."
Wolves' Current Standing and Upcoming Fixtures
Under manager Rob Edwards, Wolves are set to return to Premier League action this weekend with an away trip to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace. The Midlands club currently sits bottom of the table, in the relegation zone alongside Burnley and West Ham, adding pressure to their season as they aim to avoid the drop.
The potential departure of Bueno could impact Wolves' defensive stability, making this transfer interest a critical storyline to watch as the summer window approaches. With Newcastle actively seeking defensive reinforcements, this development highlights the ongoing dynamics of player movements in top-flight football.
