The 10 most expensive Wolves deals ever

Wolverhampton Wanderers They have spent big on a number of players over the years, with the Old Gold using their European links to full advantage.

The club has signed stars from the likes of Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Porto, but whose record has Wolverhampton reached? Here, we take a look at Wolves' 10 most expensive signings.

Here is a detailed look at the 10 most expensive signings with Wolverhampton…

10

Adama Traoré

£18m from Middlesbrough, 2018

After spells with Aston Villa and Middlesbrough after leaving Barcelona, ​​Adama Traoré has found a home in England at Molineux.

In 2018, Wolves paid for Boro 18 million pounds sterling To sign the winger, who would make 194 appearances for the Old Gold before signing for Fulham in 2023 on a free transfer.

9

Johnny Otto

£18m from Atletico Madrid in 2019

Another player cost Wolves 18 million pounds sterling The full-back was Johnny Otto, who initially moved to Molineux on loan from Atletico Madrid in 2018.

Six months later, Otto's move to England was made permanent, with the Spaniard's contract eventually terminated in 2024 following a row on the training ground with a young player and members of the coaching staff.

8

Andrei

£18.5m from Fluminense, 2024

Wolves have won the race to sign Brazilian midfielder Andre from Fluminense in 2024, with a fee believed to be tentative. £18.5m.

A move to Fulham fell through before Andre signed for Wolves, with the player signing a five-year contract at Molineux. Like other transfers, there is scope for these fees to increase with add-ons.

7

Nathan Collins

£20.5m from Burnley, 2022

Following Burnley's relegation to the Championship in 2022, Wolves acted quickly to secure the services of defender Nathan Collins in a transfer worth £100,000. More than 20 million pounds sterling.

However, Collins' time at Molineux was short-lived, and 12 months after signing, the Irishman was sold to Brentford, at least for a small profit.

6

Gonçalo Guedes

£27.5m from Valencia, 2022

After coming to Benfica, Goncalo Guedes played for Paris Saint-Germain and Valencia before signing for Wolves in £27.5m The deal is in 2022.

But as one of many Portuguese stars to arrive after the influence of top agent Jorge Mendes, the versatile striker struggled to make an impact in the Midlands and, six months later, he returned to Benfica on loan. Guedes is still contracted with Wolves until 2027.

5

Nelson Semedo

£28 million from Barcelona 2020

Right-back Nelson Semedo has been a regular at Wolves since arriving from Barcelona in the A.J 28 million pounds sterling Transfer in 2020.

The Portugal international was also appointed club captain in December 2024, succeeding Mario Lemina. However, the defender's contract expires in 2025, so a deal will be needed in the near future to prolong his stay.

4

Raul Jimenez

£30 million from Benfica in 2019

Raul Jimenez was a huge signing after Wolves' promotion to the Premier League in 2018, and his loan move from Benfica has been made permanent. 30 million pounds sterling Just 12 months later.

The Mexican international scored 57 goals for the club in 166 appearances before signing for Fulham in the A.M £5.5m The deal is in 2023.

3

Fabio Silva

£35.6 million from Porto in 2020

A big-money signing that didn't go to plan for Wolves was their move for striker Fabio Silva, who arrived in a club record signing at the time. £35.6 million Fees are at age 18 only.

Silva's time at Molineux did not go to plan, with the striker since being loaned out to Anderlecht, Eindhoven, Rangers and Las Palmas having only scored a handful of goals for the Old Gold.

2

Matthews Nunes

£38m from Sporting Lisbon, 2022

After impressing for Sporting Lisbon under Ruben Amorim and catching the eye of Pep Guardiola, it was Wolves who ended up signing Mateus Nunes for them. 38 million pounds sterling In 2022.

The midfielder's spell at Molineux only lasted one season due to his impressive displays in the Premier League, with Guardiola and City taking him to the Etihad for over £50m.

1

Matthews Cunha

£44m from Atletico Madrid, 2023

Matheus Cunha is currently Wolves' most expensive signing ever, costing as much as the Brazilian striker 44 million pounds sterling From Atletico Madrid.

He moved to Molineux initially on loan in January 2023 with a permanent deal activated that summer. Since then, Cunha has become a star at struggling Wolves and, as a result, has been linked with some top clubs.