NafisaWolves Make First Move for £34m Club World Cup Sensation Wallace Yan After Eyeing Summer Statement Signings
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly stepping up their summer transfer plans with a bold move for Flamengo’s rising star **Wallace Yan**, as they look to inject fresh talent and energy into Vitor Pereira’s squad ahead of his first full season in charge.
Fresh off the arrival of Fer Lopez, the Midlands club still have financial room to maneuver following the lucrative sales of Matheus Cunha and Rayan Aït-Nouri. While the departures may have dented Wolves’ immediate attacking and defensive options, they’ve freed up significant funds for reinvestment—funds the club now appears ready to spend ambitiously.
One of their top targets is **Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott**, whose future at Anfield remains uncertain. Reports indicate that Wolves are in pole position to land the 22-year-old for a fee in the region of £40 million. Despite the price tag, Elliott’s résumé is impressive—he’s already lifted two Premier League titles, an FA Cup, and a Carabao Cup. Still years from his prime, the England youth international recently starred in the U21 Euros semifinal, scoring a stunning winner. If Wolves succeed in landing him, it could be one of the standout transfers of the summer.
But Elliott may not be the only high-potential attacker Wolves pursue. According to *Globo Esporte*, relayed by *Sport Witness*, Wolves have made an initial approach to sign **Wallace Yan**, a 20-year-old forward from Flamengo with a €40 million (£34 million) release clause for European clubs. The Brazilian made international headlines after scoring against Chelsea in a surprise 3-1 win during the Club World Cup, showcasing his composure and flair on a global stage.
Known for his selfless play and technical intelligence, Yan has been described by football analyst Ben Mattinson as a forward who “puts the team first,” with a work rate and footballing IQ beyond his years. He’s the kind of talent Wolves appear to be targeting—high-ceiling, under-the-radar players who can grow into Premier League stars under Pereira’s guidance.
Should the transfer go through, Yan would become the second emerging Brazilian to join Wolves in recent windows, following the arrival of midfield dynamo **Andre** from Fluminense. That move has already begun to pay dividends, and the club’s growing South American scouting strategy could soon bring further success.
While the price for Yan is steep, Wolves have already seen firsthand what he’s capable of against English opposition. Now, they’re eager to act decisively to ensure he lines up *for* them next time—rather than against.
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