We’re already gotten used to the idea of Wolverhampton Wanderers acquiring Portuguese recruits. Their coach is from Portugal too. But in this transfer window, they have pulled off the most significant deal thus far: the signing of midfielder Matheus Nunes from Sporting Clube de Portugal for a club-record fee of $45 million with another $5 million to follow as bonuses!Long coveted by Wolves, the 23-year-old Portuguese international accepted the call from coach Bruno Lage, who insisted on his hiring. Nunes has been a revelation in the Liga Portugal, and his performances have earned him a regular spot in the Portuguese national team. He was described by Pep Guardiola as one of the best players in the world in an interview after their Champions League clash.##NAJAVA_MECA_6564965##Last week, West Ham had also formalized an offer for the footballer, but the $30 million fixed plus $5 million did not convince the green and whites of Lisbon. Several clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester City, have had the attacking midfielder on their radar after three seasons at Sporting. Last year he made his Portugal debut and has eight caps and one goal for his country. Part of the add-on fee would be paid in case Wolves reach the Champions League. Personal terms are yet to be agreed upon, so the deal isn’t official just yet. However, it’s expected to be signed very soon.Wolves have so far recruited Goncalo Guedes for $32 million from Valencia and Nathan Collins from Burnley for $24 million, while the club captain Conor Coady is among the players who have been allowed to leave. He has joined Everton on loan.Nathan Collins (21, CB): €24M.Gonçalo Guedes (25, LW): €32M.Matheus Nunes (23, CM): Almost Done.That’s a very good transfer window by Wolves. 🐺👏 pic.twitter.com/IUpL8RwuNC— Pro Future Stars (@ProFutureStars1) August 15, 2022 Bruno Lage’s side have had a frustrating start to the season, losing to Leeds 2-1 before a 0-0 draw with Fulham at the weekend. They next face Tottenham away.
