Report: Wolves Show Fresh Concerns Over Juanlu Sánchez Transfer

 

Wolverhampton Wanderers’ summer transfer business has gathered pace in recent weeks under manager Vitor Pereira, with three new faces already arriving at Molineux. However, the club’s rebuilding effort is far from over. With less than a month to go before their Premier League opener against champions Manchester City, Wolves are pushing to secure at least three more signings, including a crucial reinforcement at right-back.

 

While the recent acquisition of David Møller Wolfe from AZ Alkmaar bolstered the left side of defence, the departure of Nelson Semedo has left a gaping hole on the opposite flank. Attention has now turned to Juanlu Sánchez, the promising full-back from Sevilla, who is reportedly Wolves’ primary target to replace Semedo. Yet, just as optimism was beginning to build, a new development has surfaced that may leave Wolves fans on edge—especially in light of the recent collapse of the Marc Pubill deal.

 

Juanlu Deal Reportedly Agreed—But Player May Yet Stay at Sevilla

 

Initial reports suggested that Wolves and Sevilla had reached a verbal agreement over the transfer of Juanlu Sánchez, with the fee believed to be in the region of £14.7 million. Wolves were seen as front-runners to seal the deal and make the 21-year-old their fourth signing of the summer, following in the footsteps of Jørgen Strand Larsen, Fer Lopez, and David Møller Wolfe.

 

However, in a fresh twist, ABC Sevilla now claims that Juanlu has not yet committed to leaving his boyhood club and could potentially opt to stay. According to the Spanish outlet, the defender is set to hold discussions with his family early next week to decide on his future, and crucially, his entourage has not ruled out the possibility of remaining in Seville for the 2025/26 season.

 

Wolves at Risk of Repeat Disappointment After Pubill Hijack

 

This news will be particularly unsettling for the Wolves faithful, who are still reeling from the dramatic last-minute hijacking of the Marc Pubill deal by Atletico Madrid. Wolves were on the brink of finalizing the transfer for the highly rated right-back, with all terms reportedly agreed and only formalities left. Yet, in a swift and ruthless move, Atletico swooped in and secured the player’s signature—leaving Wolves scrambling for alternatives.

 

Now, the fear is that a similar scenario could unfold with Sánchez. Despite the agreement with Sevilla, the lack of commitment from the player’s side introduces a degree of uncertainty that Wolves can ill afford with the season looming.

 

Urgent Decision Needed—Wolves Must Act Decisively

 

Wolves are in a race against time. With the new Premier League season rapidly approaching, the club needs clarity—and soon. Pereira and the recruitment team must quickly determine Juanlu’s intentions and assess whether the player is truly willing to make the move to England.

 

If there is any hesitation or indication that Sánchez prefers to stay in La Liga, Wolves may be better off abandoning the pursuit and pivoting to alternative right-back targets without delay. The club simply cannot afford another repeat of the Pubill episode, especially in a position that is now critically understaffed.

 

For now, all eyes will be on Sevilla and Juanlu’s decision in the coming days. Wolves fans will hope that this time, the club’s diligent groundwork pays off with a confirmed signing—rather than another near-miss.