{"id":669847,"date":"2026-05-20T10:27:56","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T14:27:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=669847"},"modified":"2026-05-20T10:27:56","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T14:27:56","slug":"joao-gomes-atletico-wolves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2026\/05\/20\/joao-gomes-atletico-wolves\/","title":{"rendered":"Wolves Reportedly Netting Added \u00a339 Million Ahead of Championship Rebuild"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wolverhampton Wanderers are set to lose one of their most important players after Atletico Madrid agreed a deal in principle to sign Joao Gomes. According to Sky Sports News<\/a>, the Spanish giants will pay a \u00a339 million package for the Brazilian midfielder, with the transfer expected to be completed when the summer window officially opens.<\/p>\n

Gomes is expected to say farewell to Wolves supporters during Sunday\u2019s final game of the season against Burnley. The 25-year-old leaves Molineux after establishing himself as one of the club\u2019s standout performers since arriving from Flamengo in January 2023.<\/p>\n

Atletico Madrid Agree Deal in Principle for Wolves Midfielder Jo\u00e3o Gomes<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Jo\u00e3o Gomes\u2019 Impact at Wolves<\/span><\/h3>\n

After initially joining Wolves for around \u00a315 million, Gomes quickly adapted to English football and became a crucial figure in midfield. Across all competitions, the Brazilian made over 100 appearances for the club, scoring seven goals while also contributing three assists.<\/p>\n

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However, his value to the Wanderers extended beyond statistics. His aggressive pressing, relentless work-rate and ability to recover possession made him one of the Premier League\u2019s most effective ball-winning midfielders. Even during a difficult campaign for the club, Gomes consistently delivered energetic performances and often set the tone in the middle of the park. His displays also helped strengthen his reputation internationally, although he narrowly missed out on Carlo Ancelotti\u2019s Brazil World Cup squad.<\/p>\n

Transfer Fee Could Aid Wolves Rebuild<\/span><\/h3>\n

While losing Gomes represents a significant blow, the transfer fee could prove vital for Wolves heading into a major rebuild this summer. The reported \u00a339 million deal would represent a sizeable profit on the \u00a315 million fee paid to Flamengo in 2023.<\/p>\n

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With the team expected to reshape the squad following relegation, the funds from this departure could allow them to strengthen several areas of the team. Recruitment will now be crucial as the club seeks to balance financial stability with the ambition to mount a strong push for promotion back to the Premier League on the first attempt.<\/p>\n

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