Wolves chose Carlos Forbs over Gabriel Martinelli-like talent last summer, now he’s in talks to join Sunderland
Wolverhampton Wanderers appear poised for a hectic summer transfer window, with major squad rebuilding underway following a series of high-profile departures. However, as they look to bolster their attacking ranks, one of their primary targets may now be slipping out of reach, reportedly heading to another Premier League club.
The exits of key players Matheus Cunha and Rayan Aït-Nouri have left a significant void in the Wolves setup ahead of the 2025–26 season. While new manager Vítor Pereira has taken initial steps to address the issue—most notably through the £19.5 million acquisition of Fer Lopez from La Liga—the team remains short on firepower, particularly in the forward line.
Fer Lopez, who arrives at Molineux following a breakout season in Spain, is viewed as a promising addition with plenty of upside. However, with Cunha gone and further departures across the front line, Wolves are far from done in the transfer market.
The need for attacking reinforcements has grown even more pressing following the exits of Pablo Sarabia and Carlos Forbs. Forbs’ departure in particular has reportedly frustrated club insiders and fans alike, as his exit came not long after Wolves chose to sign him over another promising target—Armand Laurienté.
Laurienté, formerly linked with a move to Molineux, is now reportedly on the verge of completing a transfer to another Premier League side, a development that further complicates Wolves’ efforts to rebuild their forward options. His dynamic style, versatility, and proven output in Ligue 1 had made him an appealing option for the club. The decision to prioritize Forbs over Laurienté is now being scrutinized, especially in light of Forbs’ underwhelming stint and sudden exit.
Losing out on Laurienté would be a blow for Wolves, who are already operating with a depleted attacking core. While the club still has time in the window to identify and secure alternative options, the current scenario underlines the challenges they face in the transfer market—particularly with other Premier League clubs also hunting for attacking talent.
Pereira is expected to be backed in the market, and further signings are anticipated in the coming weeks. However, with targets slipping away and squad depth a growing concern, Wolves will need to act decisively if they are to be competitive in the new season.
The summer ahead promises to be crucial—not just for reshaping the squad but for laying the foundation of Pereira’s vision and ensuring Wolves don’t fall behind in what is shaping up to be an increasingly competitive Premier League.