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Wolves: Old Gold make Michail Antonio approach
Wolves have made an approach to sign West Ham striker Michail Antonio in January, according to CBS journalist Ben Jacobs.
The Lowdown: Lopetegui backed…
The Premier League relegation-battlers have so far backed new manager Julen Lopetegui in the winter transfer market, completing deals for Matheus Cunha, Craig Dawson, Pablo Sarabia, Mario Lemina and Daniel Bentley.
Wolves are also thought to be chasing a move for Flamengo midfielder Joao Gomes, who has starred for the Brazilian top flight across the Atlantic, with reports suggesting he is eager to make a move to Molineux.
The Midlands side remain locked in a dog-fight to avoid the drop and strengthening Lopetegui’s squad this month will be a crucial factor in determining their survival.
The Latest: Wolves make Antonio approach…
According to a reliable source in Jacobs, Wolves have also made an approach to sign Jamaica international forward Antonio.
The West Ham attacker has refused to rule out leaving east London before January 31 and Lopetegui’s side are thought to be interested.
Wolves have apparently ‘enquired’ over Antonio and are joined in their interest by sides in the MLS, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
However, West Ham are thought to be reluctant to do business given after new signing Danny Ings’ fresh injury blow.
The Verdict: Keep pushing?
The nature of the transfer window, especially January, means situations can change very rapidly approaching the deadline.
If West Ham were to bring in another attacker, the club may be inclined to do business over Antonio for a reasonable fee, especially since he has entered the last 18 months of his contract.
While the 32-year-old hasn’t exactly been in great form this season, scoring just two goals, he has seriously impressed for West Ham in seasons prior.
Antonio has hit double figures for goals in his last three full Premier League seasons, scoring 30 with a further 16 assists from the beginning of 2019/2020 to the end of 2021/2022 (WhoScored).
A proven top flight player, the former Nottingham Forest star has been called ‘incredible’ by pundits for his form in the last few years under David Moyes.
For the right price, Antonio could prove to be a real asset for Lopetegui.
