Wolves Confirm Strand Larsen's Deadline Day Departure to Crystal Palace
Wolverhampton Wanderers have officially confirmed their first piece of transfer business on deadline day, with striker Jørgen Strand Larsen completing a move to Crystal Palace. The deal, which had been widely anticipated, was finalised despite some last-minute uncertainty that emerged following the collapse of another transfer.
Deal Completed Amid Last-Minute Nerves
The transfer of Strand Larsen to Selhurst Park was thrown into doubt after Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta saw his proposed move to AC Milan fall through. The French forward failed a medical, leading to the cancellation of his transfer to the San Siro. This development raised concerns that Palace might pull out of their agreement to sign Strand Larsen, who was intended as a direct replacement for Mateta.
However, Palace pressed ahead with the deal, securing the services of the 25-year-old Norwegian international. Strand Larsen departs Wolves less than five months after signing a new five-year contract with the club, having joined from Celta Vigo initially on loan before making the move permanent last summer.
Transfer Details and Player's Wolves Career
According to reports from Sky Sports, the transfer fee for Strand Larsen is an initial £43 million, with potential add-ons that could take the total to £48 million. During his time at Molineux, the striker made 65 appearances and scored 20 goals. His debut campaign was particularly impressive, with 14 goals, but he has struggled to replicate that form in the current 2025/26 Premier League season, finding the net just once.
Strand Larsen had attracted interest from Newcastle United over the summer, but now leaves Wolves as the club looks to reshape their attacking options.
Wolves Target Replacement on Quiet Deadline Day
With Strand Larsen's departure confirmed, Wolves are actively seeking a replacement before the transfer window closes. Several reports suggest that Adam Armstrong could join from Southampton to fill the void left by the Norwegian striker. While the official deadline is 7pm, clubs have the option to take up to an additional two hours to complete deals if they have submitted a deal sheet to the Premier League.
Another potential target, Torino forward Che Adams, appears to have fallen through after the clubs failed to agree on a transfer fee following lengthy negotiations. Aside from a possible move for Armstrong, Wolves are not expected to make any further signings on deadline day. Rumours linking them with a bid for Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips have been debunked, as the midfielder has since signed for Sheffield United on loan.
Relief for Wolves Fans Amid Improved Form
The relatively quiet deadline day will likely come as a relief to many Wolves supporters. Throughout the transfer window, there had been speculation that the club might sell several key players. However, with the team's form improving under new manager Rob Edwards, the decision appears to have been made to retain players like Joao Gomes. This strategy aims to support an unlikely escape from relegation during the second half of the season.
The completion of the Strand Larsen deal marks a significant moment in Wolves' transfer activity, as they balance squad adjustments with their ongoing fight for Premier League survival.
