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Wolverhampton Wanderers are bracing for a pivotal summer in the transfer market, as manager Vitor Pereira prepares to build on the remarkable progress made since taking charge. With Premier League safety already secured in April, optimism is surging at Molineux, where Pereira’s influence has sparked a renewed sense of direction and belief.
Having inherited a squad in need of cohesion and stability, the Portuguese boss quickly steadied the ship, improving performances and instilling discipline across the board. His impact has been so significant that he earned a nomination for Premier League Manager of the Season, and many supporters now hope that the club’s ownership—Fosun—will give him the backing needed to take Wolves to the next level.
While big spending is anticipated, Wolves are also expected to hunt for **cost-effective additions and free agents, especially to bolster key areas like central defence. One name now firmly on the radar is Victor Lindelöf, the Swedish centre-back who is set to leave Manchester United.
Lindelöf to Leave Manchester United – Wolves Eye Move
Lindelöf, 29, will officially part ways with United this summer following eight seasons at Old Trafford. According to trusted journalist **Fabrizio Romano, the decision has already been finalized:
> “Victor Lindelöf and Man United have decided to part ways at the end of the season. Decision made following meeting this week as Lindelöf has proposals from Italy and Spain, ready for new chapter. The Swedish defender will leave as free agent.”
Wolves had already been linked with a move** for Lindelöf, and his confirmed free-agent status could prompt serious interest. Pereira’s side dramatically improved their defensive record in the second half of the season, thanks in part to January signing Emmanuel Agbado, but more reinforcements at the back are still expected.
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Not a Typical Wolves Signing
However, a potential move for Lindelöf would mark a shift from Wolves’ usual recruitment strategy. The club has, in recent years, prioritized younger players with high resale potential. Lindelöf turns 31 in July and doesn’t quite align with that model.
Wolves already have one of the higher average squad ages in the league (26.4 years), and players like **Koni De Winter**, a younger centre-back also linked with a move to Molineux, seem more in line with the club’s current transfer philosophy.
That said, Lindelöf brings Premier League experience, leadership qualities, and no transfer fee**, making him an appealing short-term option—particularly if Wolves want to push for higher league finishes or even European qualification next season.
A Calculated Gamble?
While he might not fit the traditional Wolves profile, Lindelöf’s availability could be too good to ignore. He would add depth, composure, and versatility to a defence that has grown in confidence under Pereira, and could serve as a key figure in mentoring younger defenders.
As Pereira aims to build a squad capable of more than just survival, smart additions like Lindelöf—despite their age—might just offer the right blend of experience and affordability to help Wolves level up. Whether the club pursues him remains to be seen, but **his free-agent status now makes the deal far more realistic**.
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