Celta Vigo have made a formal approach to bring former player Fer Lopez back to the club on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers, according to reports emerging this January transfer window.
Spanish Side Tables Loan Proposal
Sky Sports reporter Lyall Thomas has revealed that the Spanish club have submitted a concrete loan offer for the 21-year-old attacking midfielder. The proposal is understood to cover Lopez's full salary for the remainder of the season and includes a loan fee, though notably lacks any option or obligation to make the move permanent next summer.
Celta Vigo's motivation appears to be strengthening their squad for a potential European qualification push while providing the young Spaniard with more regular first-team football than he has been receiving at Molineux.
Lopez's Challenging Start at Wolves
Fer Lopez arrived at Wolverhampton Wanderers in June 2025 as the club's first major signing of that summer transfer window, with Wolves paying £19 million to secure his services from Celta Vigo. The Spanish Under-21 international arrived with considerable promise following a breakthrough season in La Liga where he scored four goals in twenty first-team appearances.
Spanish media outlets had drawn comparisons between Lopez and Celta Vigo legend Iago Aspas, suggesting the young midfielder had the potential to develop into a future star in English football. However, his adaptation to the Premier League has proven challenging.
Limited Impact in England
Since his high-profile move, Lopez has struggled to establish himself in the Wolves first team. Statistics show he has made just two league starts and seven substitute appearances in the Premier League, contributing only one assist during a 3-1 defeat to Leeds United.
Across all competitions, the Spaniard has featured in twelve matches but has been on the winning side only twice, both occasions coming in cup matches against West Ham United and Shrewsbury Town respectively. His difficulties have been compounded by playing in a team low on confidence and navigating a managerial change during his brief time at the club.
What Comes Next for the Young Midfielder?
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly open to allowing Lopez to leave on loan this month, recognising the player's need for more regular competitive football to aid his development. While Celta Vigo appear to be leading the race for his signature, Sky Sports suggests other clubs may also be interested, including potential suitors from the Championship who could offer the Spaniard an opportunity to acclimatise to English football outside the Premier League spotlight.
The coming days will determine whether Lopez returns to familiar surroundings in Galicia or embarks on a different loan adventure as he seeks to rediscover the form that prompted Wolves' significant investment just seven months ago.
