Alious**Wolves Likely to Sell Key Player Amid PSR Concerns Following Accounting Change**
Wolves were one of the most active Premier League clubs during the January transfer window, securing three new signings to bolster their squad. However, recent developments suggest that the club might soon be forced to part ways with a key player due to financial regulations.
On 6 February, a submission to Companies House confirmed that Wolves have officially changed their accounting period from 31 May to 30 June. Finance expert Stefan Borson, speaking exclusively to *Football Insider*, suggested that this adjustment is likely tied to Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), which are designed to ensure clubs maintain financial stability.
Wolves were reportedly operating close to the Premier League’s permitted spending threshold last season. Under PSR guidelines, top-flight clubs can only incur losses of up to £105 million over a rolling three-year period. Despite these constraints, Vitor Pereira’s side were the second-highest spenders in the recent transfer window, trailing only Manchester City, with a total outlay exceeding £42 million. The club’s spending spree included deals for Emmanuel Agbadou and Marshall Munetsi from Reims, as well as Nasser Djiga from Red Star Belgrade.
While Wolves’ aggressive transfer activity suggested confidence in their financial position, Borson believes the recent change in their accounting period signals otherwise. He explained, *“I initially thought their January signings indicated they had no concerns about PSR this season. That assumption was reinforced by their previous 31 May year-end because clubs with that date have their final chance to sell players within the January window to impact the current financial year.”*
However, with the shift to a 30 June year-end, Wolves now have the flexibility to make player sales in June, giving them more room to maneuver financially. Borson pointed to similar moves by Leicester City and Aston Villa, both of whom adjusted their accounting periods to accommodate player sales for PSR compliance. Although Villa claimed their change wasn’t PSR-related, their subsequent flurry of June sales suggested otherwise.
*“I suspect Wolves are in a similar situation,”* Borson continued. *“They’ll likely need to offload a player in June to stay within the £105 million limit. It’s doubtful that this change is purely administrative. While that’s possible, it seems unlikely.”*
Adding to the speculation is the situation surrounding Matheus Cunha. Despite recently signing a new four-and-a-half-year contract at Molineux, the Brazilian forward is reportedly eager to move to a bigger club. Cunha has been in excellent form this season, registering 12 goals and four assists in 25 appearances. Arsenal even explored a potential move for the star attacker during the January window, but Wolves managed to retain his services.
However, with Wolves facing mounting financial pressures, Cunha could become a prime candidate for a summer sale. His market value, combined with his desire to compete at a higher level, makes him an obvious choice should the club need to generate funds quickly.
The only notable departures from Molineux in January were Luke Cundle, who completed a permanent move to Millwall, and Tawanda Chirewa, who joined Huddersfield Town on loan. But as June approaches, Wolves may find themselves forced into making a much bigger sale to maintain compliance with PSR regulations.
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