Manchester United is reportedly interested in signing Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes during the upcoming January transfer window. According to recent reports, the Red Devils would need to pay Wolves around £44 million (approximately €50 million) to secure the Brazilian midfielder’s transfer. Gomes, 24, who has made 92 Premier League appearances with six goals and two assists, is considered a relatively affordable alternative to other highly-rated midfield targets like Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, who carries a much higher price tag near £104 million.
Despite Wolves’ struggles in the Premier League and being at the bottom of the table—facing possible relegation—the club has pledged not to sell Gomes in the January window, intending to keep their star midfielder to aid in their fight for survival this season. Wolves’ manager Rob Edwards reportedly received assurances from the club that they will block any transfer approaches for Gomes during the winter.
Gomes is said to be open to a move to Manchester United, seeing it as an opportunity to leave Wolves amidst ongoing difficulties at Molineux. The January window might limit United’s chances due to Wolves’ resistance, but a summer transfer remains a possibility if Wolves fail to avoid relegation. This transfer pursuit reflects Manchester United’s ongoing effort to strengthen their midfield with promising young talent as they seek to improve their squad following a disappointing previous season.
