Sources: Wolves push for £8m Nico Elvedi signing to meet first of three O’Neil transfer demands

Wolves are pushing ahead to seal a move for Swiss international Nico Elvedi before the close of the transfer window, TEAMtalk understands.

Wolves have been chasing the Borussia Monchengladbach defender all summer, but have been unable to progress on a deal due to their financial issues.

However, new Wolves boss Gary O’Neil is hopeful of getting some funds from the proposed sale of Matheus Nunes to Manchester City to strengthen his squad before next week’s deadline.

O’Neil is looking to add a new centre-back, a new central midfielder and a striker to his ranks at Molineux – and Elvedi is his top target for the centre-back role.

Wolves have been in the market for a new centre-back following the departures of Nathan Collins and Conor Coady this summer to Brentford and Leicester City respectively.

Elvedi is in the final year of his contract with Monchengladbach and he has turned down the offer of a new deal at the German club, who earlier this summer took Maximilian Wober on loan from Leeds United.

Wolves are hoping to capitalise on Elvedi’s contract situation by landing the defender for a cut-price fee of around £8million, which would not blow a major hole in their small budget.

Manchester City prepare improved bid for midfield ace on Liverpool radar

Manchester City prepare second bid for Liverpool target Matheus Nunes

Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Matheus Nunes who has garnered attention from both Manchester City and Liverpool, could potentially be the missing piece in the Reds’ midfield puzzle.

According to the Mail, Manchester City gear up to submit an improved bid for Nunes, a player who has showcased his talents in the colours of Wolverhampton Wanderers. However, the report also suggests that City are ready to bow out if the price escalates beyond their comfort zone. City’s initial bid was worth £47m.

But what does this mean for Liverpool? The Reds see themselves linked with Nunes, and the speculation underscores the importance of bolstering their midfield options. The midfield engine room is a critical component of Jurgen Klopp’s tactical setup, and Nunes could offer a unique set of skills that align with Liverpool’s dynamic style of play.

As Liverpool fans know all too well, midfield reinforcements are vital, especially in a sport where injuries and suspensions can swiftly alter the course of a season. A player like Nunes, with his blend of defensive solidity and attacking flair, could provide the squad with much-needed depth and versatility.

Nunes to the Reds?

The need for such players cannot go understated. The gruelling nature of modern football demands a well-rounded squad capable of adapting to different challenges. Nunes’ ability to contribute both defensively and offensively could offer Klopp the flexibility to rotate his squad while maintaining the desired intensity on the field.

Nunes’ versatility remains matched by his potential. At the tender age of 23, the Portuguese midfielder has already showcased glimpses of his capabilities on the Premier League stage. While he surely does not pound-for-pound match the #6 profile we need, he can put in a shift there in the absence of someone like Wataru Endo.