A host of Premier League sides are ready to battle it out for Brazilian midfielder Joao Gomes, with Wolves under no pressure to sell.
According to HITC, Joao Gomes has been attracting tremendous interest from fellow Premier League sides as he faces a pivotal summer ahead. Tottenham, Newcastle United, Aston Villa and Manchester United are some sides keen on the Wolves star, with the Midlands clubs showing no intention or urgency to sell.
Premier League interest in Joao Gomes
Joao Gomes has been one of the key performers under Gary O’Neil at Wolves, with the Midlands side now eyeing a probable European finish in May. The midfielder has been immense for the team, especially after losing two big stars, Ruben Neves and Matheus Nunes, last summer.
The 23-year-old Brazilian has stepped up his game and formed a solid midfield partnership with Mario Lemina, as he has become one of O’Neil’s most essential stars. Wolves already fear a flurry of Premier League sides showcasing their interest and unsettling the player ahead of the summer.
Tottenham are interested in the midfielder, while Aston Villa and Newcastle United have also shown they can enter the race for the 23-year-old Brazilian. Should they join the chase, these clubs will rival Manchester United, which is widely considered a top contender, should Wolves decide to sell.
Manchester United are keen on Gomes, with Erik ten Hag and INEOS eyeing a top-draw midfielder in the summer. The club are eager to bring someone who could complement their rising star, Kobbie Mainoo, as Gomes could fit that bill for the Red Devils. However, the increased competition and Wolves’ reluctance to sell could complicate any deal for Manchester United and others part of the race.
Are Wolves under pressure to sell Joao Gomes?
Wolves insist they are under no pressure to sell any of their top stars ahead of the summer, which may also include the likes of Pedro Neto. Last summer, they faced the stress of selling some of their critical midfielders like Neves and Nunes, with the latter making a late move to Manchester City, where he has featured sporadically.
Wolves are in a healthy financial position amid every club facing FFP scrutiny, as their sales and rising income have put them in a vital state. Hence, the club may not be forced anymore to part ways with their stars, although they would demand a massive fee for their top stars like Neto or Gomes.
