{"id":671476,"date":"2026-06-27T08:16:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T12:16:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=671476"},"modified":"2026-06-27T08:16:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T12:16:10","slug":"wolves-join-race-for-keeper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2026\/06\/27\/wolves-join-race-for-keeper\/","title":{"rendered":"Wolves Join Race for Experienced Championship Keeper"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly joined the race to sign Derby County goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterstr\u00f6m following his impressive first competitive start for Sweden. Fabrizio Romano<\/a> revealed that Wolves have recently made contact to enquire about the goalkeeper’s asking price, with Leeds United and Eintracht Frankfurt also expressing interest. <\/span><\/p>\n

After an outstanding Championship campaign and a memorable international debut, the 27-year-old is quickly emerging as one of the most sought-after goalkeepers outside the Premier League, with both Jos\u00e9 S\u00e1 and Sam Johnstone expected to move on this summer. This could be a smart bit of business for the Old Gold.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wolves Join Race for Sweden Debutant Jacob Widell Zetterstr\u00f6m<\/span><\/h2>\n

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A Goalkeeper on the Rise<\/span><\/h3>\n

Widell Zetterstr\u00f6m’s journey has been one of steady progression. After establishing himself as Djurg\u00e5rden’s first-choice goalkeeper in Sweden, he earned a move to Derby County and quickly adapted to English football.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite suffering an illness that disrupted part of his campaign, the Swedish international returned to reclaim his place between the posts and has continued to demonstrate the composure, shot-stopping ability and aerial presence that made him one of the Championship’s standout goalkeepers. His performance for Sweden has only increased the attention surrounding his future.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For Wolves, the interest makes sense. The club are continuing to reshape their squad under new manager C\u00e9sar Peixoto and could be looking to replace S\u00e1 and\/or Johnstone, with both rumoured to be on the move this summer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Wolves are Interested<\/h3>\n

Goalkeepers who combine strong reflexes with confidence playing out from the back are becoming increasingly valuable, and Widell Zetterstr\u00f6m appears to fit that profile. <\/span>Standing at 6ft 6in, he is dominant in the air and has shown consistency throughout his time in England. Having already adapted to the physical demands of the Championship, he could represent a lower-risk option compared to signing a goalkeeper directly from overseas. The Swedish goalkeeper only joined Derby County from Djurg\u00e5rdens IF in the summer of 2024, but his performances in the Championship have already attracted interest from clubs competing at a higher level.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Competition from Leeds United and Eintracht Frankfurt could, however, complicate any potential move. Leeds are preparing for life back in the Premier League, while Frankfurt have a strong record of developing players before selling them on for significant profits. Wolves may therefore need to move quickly should they decide to formalise their interest.<\/span><\/p>\n

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