Report: Hugo Bueno Looking Forward to ‘Really Special’ Return to Wolves After Feyenoord Loan Spell
Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Hugo Bueno has opened up about his excitement as he prepares for a return to Molineux following a season-long loan at Dutch giants Feyenoord. The 22-year-old Spanish full-back described his comeback as “really special” and is determined to make a strong impression as he re-joins the Wolves squad for pre-season preparations.
Bueno was sent on loan to the Eredivisie side last season in search of regular first-team football, and although his time in the Netherlands was hampered by injuries, it also offered him valuable experiences—including appearances in the UEFA Champions League. Now, with Wolves keen to reintegrate him into their setup following the departure of Rayan Ait-Nouri, the young defender is eager to make the most of the opportunity.
Speaking ahead of his return, Bueno reflected on his time away and the strong bond he maintained with the squad. “To come back to Wolves is going to be really special,” he said. “When the team had some tough moments last season, people kept asking me if I thought they might go down, but I never doubted their quality. I know my teammates well, and I was confident they’d pull through.”
Even while away from the club, Bueno remained in close contact with several Wolves players, especially the Spanish-speaking members of the squad. “We kept in touch throughout the season,” he explained. “They’d ask me how things were going at Feyenoord, and I’d ask them about Wolves. That connection meant a lot to me—it’s more than just teammates, we’re friends. So to go back and see everyone again is something I’m really looking forward to.”
Despite facing setbacks due to injury, Bueno gained a wealth of experience at Feyenoord. He featured in multiple positions—including an outing as a winger against AC Milan in the Champions League—and said the tactical variety helped him grow as a player. “Every manager you work with teaches you something new,” he said. “At Feyenoord, I had to adapt to different roles, playing wider, coming inside more, or defending deep. Those adjustments make a big difference for your development.”
However, his journey was not without challenges. Bueno recalled how a promising start was quickly interrupted. “I had a strong debut, but just a day later, I picked up an injury,” he shared. “It was frustrating, but that’s football. One day you’re flying, the next you’re sidelined. It’s a mental test, but you have to stay focused and keep working. What matters is how you respond and come back stronger.”
Now injury-free and with greater maturity, Bueno returns to Wolves with renewed confidence and a hunger to prove himself. With Ait-Nouri no longer in the picture, a space has opened up in the left-back role—one that Bueno is eager to make his own under head coach Gary O’Neil.
“I feel ready,” he said. “I’ve learned a lot over the past year, and I’m excited to bring that experience back to Wolves. I want to help the team in any way I can and take my game to the next level.”
Bueno’s return adds further depth and versatility to Wolves’ defensive options, and his familiarity with the club’s playing style, combined with his European experience, could see him play a pivotal role in the coming campaign. As pre-season looms, all eyes will be on the Spaniard to see whether he can translate his promise into consistent Premier League performances.