Fakayejo Paul
Wolverhampton Wanderers have secured a massive deadline-day coup, reaching a deal in principle to sign England international Angel Gomes from Olympique Marseille.
After a week of accelerating talks, the 25-year-old midfielder is set for a return to the Premier League to lead Wolves’ fight against relegation.
The former Manchester United academy star only joined Marseille from Lille last summer, but after slipping down the pecking order under Roberto De Zerbi, he has chosen Molineux as the place to reignite his form ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The Deal Breakdown
- The Formula: A loan move until June 2026.
- The Loan Fee: Wolves will pay Marseille €1 million upfront.
- The Buy Option: The agreement includes a non-mandatory purchase clause worth approximately €7 million (£5.8m).
- The Motivation: Gomes is determined to break into Thomas Tuchel’s England squad and views regular Premier League minutes as the essential final step.
Survival Mode for Wolves
Sitting bottom of the table, Wolves manager Rob Edwards has been desperate for a technical “controller” in midfield. Gomes, who evolved into a deep-lying playmaker in France, is seen as the perfect tactical fit to transition the team from defense to attack.
Wolves reportedly beat off late interest from Newcastle, Everton, and West Ham by guaranteeing Gomes a starting role in his preferred “number 8” position.
What’s Next?
- Travel: Gomes is expected in the West Midlands today.
- Medical: Tests are scheduled for early Monday morning.
- Registration: The club is working to finalize all documents before the 11 PM GMT deadline to ensure he is available for their upcoming clash against Crystal Palace.