Wolverhampton Wanderers have significantly ramped up their efforts to secure Sevilla`s talented full-back, Juanlu. The Premier League club is now aiming to finalize the transfer of the Spanish defender, potentially beating Italian giants Napoli in the race for his signature.
According to reputable transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, as reported on X (formerly Twitter), Wolves are actively pushing to sign the 21-year-old. This aggressive pursuit comes despite Napoli having been engaged in discussions to acquire the player for over a month.
Napoli`s Shifting Priorities Lead to Wolves` Breakthrough in Juanlu Pursuit
It was previously understood that Napoli had not made Juanlu`s transfer a top priority. Antonio Conte`s side was reportedly more focused on bringing in players who would immediately contend for a starting position. As Juanlu was viewed primarily as a potential backup for Giovanni Di Lorenzo, the Neapolitan club reportedly eased off their negotiations when Sevilla maintained a firm stance on their asking price.
With Napoli`s hesitation, Wolves are now poised to secure a deal for the Spain U23 international. It is widely anticipated that the Premier League team will need to meet the approximate €15 million valuation that Napoli was prepared to offer Sevilla for the promising young talent.