Godwin ObajeWolves Make Move for £4.2m DR Congo International as Summer Recruitment Begins
Wolverhampton Wanderers have officially made their first move in the summer transfer window, with reports indicating the Premier League side have tabled an offer for a £4.2 million-rated DR Congo international.
According to sources close to the deal, the player in question has attracted strong interest from clubs across Europe, but it is Wolves who are now understood to have taken the first concrete step by submitting a formal bid. While the identity of the player has yet to be confirmed by the club, he is reportedly a key target as the Molineux outfit look to kickstart their recruitment following a quiet start to the summer.
So far, all of Wolves’ off-season activity has focused on outgoings, with a number of senior players either leaving the club or linked with moves away. The likes of Max Kilman, Rayan Aït-Nouri and Matheus Cunha have all been the subject of speculation, and fans have grown increasingly eager to see reinforcements being brought in.
The club’s decision to now push forward with an offer is being seen as a signal of intent from the Wolves hierarchy. After a season that saw promising development under head coach Gary O’Neil, there is a clear desire at board level to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2025/26 campaign and consolidate their place in the top half of the Premier League.
Wolves are believed to be targeting value in the market — players with international pedigree and the potential to develop into Premier League regulars. The DR Congo international fits that profile. Sources suggest he has enjoyed a standout season at club level and has recently impressed on the international stage, leading to interest from France, Belgium, and the Middle East.
Despite tight financial constraints around the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules, Wolves are understood to be willing to invest strategically, particularly in areas where depth has become a concern. The club is keen to avoid last-minute panic buying and are prioritising early deals that give O’Neil time to bed new players into his tactical setup before the season begins.
The player’s price tag — believed to be in the region of £4.2 million — would represent a relatively low-risk acquisition in today’s market, particularly for a full international with scope for development and resale. While final terms are still being discussed, the offer on the table is viewed as competitive, and Wolves are optimistic about getting the deal over the line.
Wolves supporters will welcome this latest development as a sign that transfer activity is finally beginning to shift into gear. With pre-season preparations just around the corner, the timing of this move suggests more additions could be on the way — and that the club is serious about building on last season’s progress.
As the transfer window unfolds, attention will turn to how Wolves plan to shape their squad in the coming weeks — and whether this DR Congo international could be the first of several new faces at Molineux this summer.
Godwin Obaje
