Arsenal is one of several top clubs, including Manchester United, Nápoles, and Juventus, that have monitored the performances of 25-year-old João Gomes at Molineux. It is reported that Atlético de Madrid is close to finalizing a deal for the Brazilian central midfielder. The Spanish club has increased its efforts to sign the player from Wolves, who are now relegated and value him at €40 million. Gomes, who has 10 caps for Brazil, joined Wolves from Flamengo in January 2023 for a fee reported to be €18.7 million. Reports from May 2026 indicate that Atlético Madrid are nearing a verbal agreement for around €45 million. In April 2026, Wolverhampton's asking price was reported to be between £40 million (approx. €47 million) and £43 million (approx. €50 million).