Wolverhampton Wanderers are being linked with a surprise move for midfielder Josh Brownhill as the transfer window enters its final stages. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 6 possible arrivals and 6 potential exits, with the hottest storyline currently revolving around João Virgínia. The following are the latest updates on the most significant transfer rumours surrounding the club.
Josh Brownhill
On Thursday, it was reported that Wolverhampton Wanderers are among several Championship and Premier League clubs keeping informed on the situation of Josh Brownhill. The 30-year-old English midfielder's future at Al Shabab is under scrutiny, with sources indicating the Saudi club is exploring ways to balance its finances and views the former Burnley captain as a sellable asset. Wolves have received updates on his circumstances and would reportedly be interested if Al Shabab becomes open to negotiations. Other clubs said to be tracking Brownhill include West Ham United, who have a long-standing interest, and Hull City, who have made enquiries, as well as Coventry City, Birmingham City, Southampton, and Wrexham.
Sam Johnstone
According to the Daily Mail on Thursday, Celtic are interested in bringing goalkeeper Sam Johnstone to the club. Johnstone's future at Wolverhampton Wanderers is increasingly uncertain following the club's relegation, and it has been reported that Celtic are assessing the 33-year-old's situation. While there has been no official bid, Wolves are not likely to prevent his departure, which could be conditional on the club signing Joao Virginia and John Ruddy. Johnstone, who has two years remaining on his contract, has returned to training after shoulder surgery and is almost fully fit.
Amario Cozier-Duberry
On Wednesday, former Mirror journalist Darren Witcoop claimed on X that Wolves are interested in signing Brighton’s Amario Cozier-Duberry before the 1 September deadline. Witcoop also claimed that Brighton have offered the winger a new contract and are now planning to loan him out for the 2026-27 season. Previously, Liam Keen of the Express & Star reported that Wolves were exploring a potential deal, while journalist Pete O'Rourke stated that Brighton had set a £10 million asking price and rejected a £7 million bid from Rangers.
Brayan Medina
According to Portuguese newspaper Record on Tuesday, Wolves have advanced in their efforts to sign Tondela defender Brayan Medina, with talks now underway. The update follows a report from Sunday by Portuguese journalist Sebastiao Sousa-Pinto, who stated that Wolves were getting close to a deal and that the defender was not part of his side’s latest league game. It has also been said that new Wolves manager Cesar Peixoto asked the club to sign Medina.
Hugo Bueno
Mundo Deportivo reported on Tuesday that Atletico Madrid is interested in Hugo Bueno as a potential alternative candidate for their left-sided central defender role. This follows earlier reports that the Spanish club was considering the left-back as a replacement for Matteo Ruggeri. The Championship side may be open to a sale for a fee of around £15m, with Fiorentina, Newcastle United and PSV also having been linked with the player.
Saša Kalajdžić
On Tuesday, it was reported that English second-division club Derby County is interested in signing 29-year-old Saša Kalajdžić from Wolverhampton. Derby would prefer a loan deal for financial reasons. The Austrian striker is not part of new coach César Peixoto's future plans and has been made to train with the U21s. There is also said to be continued interest in the player from clubs in Germany and Italy, and a decision on his future is expected in the coming days.
Fer López
Regarding a possible return to Celta de Vigo for Fer López, the Spanish club's Director of Football, Marco Garcés, acknowledged on DAZN on Monday that it is up to the club to make every possible attempt and be creative to find a solution before the summer ends. Throughout the summer, reports have indicated that while both Celta and the player want a return, Wolves have blocked the move, with new manager Cesar Peixoto considering him a key player in their bid for promotion.
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