Wolverhampton Wanderers are working to sign Rodrigo Pinheiro, a 23-year-old Portuguese right-back from Famalicao, as the club prepares for the Championship with new manager Cesar Peixoto. Agent Jorge Mendes also represents Peixoto and is expected to have a significant role in recruitment. It is reported that Mendes is working to make a move to Molineux the player's preferred option, amid interest from other clubs which include Olympiakos. Wolves' technical director, Matt Jackson, is in Portugal. Pinheiro is a Portugal U21 international and contributed 3 goals and 2 assists in 29 league appearances during the 2025/2026 season. His contract is valid until 2027. According to reports from June 2026, Famalicão is asking for a transfer fee of €7 million. His current market value on Transfermarkt is €5.00m.