AliousAs Wolverhampton Wanderers brace for a crucial summer transfer window, they now face the looming departure of another key player alongside Matheus Cunha.
While Wolves’ immediate priority remains securing Premier League survival, their recent FA Cup exit against Bournemouth was a frustrating setback. After equalizing with a stunning long-range strike, Cunha’s red card proved pivotal, leaving his team to suffer a penalty shootout defeat. His suspension for the next three league matches is an even greater blow, especially if this turns out to be his final season at Molineux.
The Brazilian forward’s £62 million release clause has already drawn interest from Premier League giants Arsenal and Chelsea, setting the stage for a fierce transfer battle. But he’s not the only Wolves star who could be on the move.
Reports from *Record*, relayed by *Sports Witness*, suggest that Portuguese club Benfica is progressing in talks to sign right-back Nelson Semedo on a free transfer. With his contract set to expire at the end of the season and no renewal agreed upon, a return to Portugal—potentially under former Wolves manager Bruno Lage—now seems highly likely.
If Semedo departs without a new deal, it would mark another experienced figure leaving Molineux without the club receiving a transfer fee. Wolves, who have already seen multiple senior players exit in recent seasons, now face the prospect of losing their captain for nothing.
With Cunha’s future uncertain, retaining Semedo’s leadership has become even more crucial. Manager Vitor Pereira has repeatedly emphasized the defender’s value, handing him the captain’s armband after Mario Lemina’s disciplinary issues. In January, Pereira made it clear that he wanted to keep the 30-year-old, describing him as a “good player” and a “true professional” while acknowledging that formal contract discussions had yet to take place.
Whether Wolves have left it too late to convince Semedo to stay remains to be seen, but Benfica appears to be wasting no time in securing his signature. If Wolves fail to act swiftly, they risk losing yet another key figure without any financial gain.
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