Wolverhampton Wanderers are poised for a hectic transfer deadline day as the January window draws to a close, with manager Rob Edwards aiming to secure late signings to bolster the club's survival hopes in the Premier League. While arrivals are a priority, potential departures also loom, including that of Emmanuel Agbadou, who has attracted attention from Turkish Super Lig giants Besiktas.
Agbadou's Situation at Wolves
Emmanuel Agbadou, an Ivory Coast international, joined Wolves in January last year for a fee of £16.6 million. Since his arrival, he has made 34 appearances for the club, scoring once, but his playing time has dwindled recently. The centre-back has featured only once since December and was absent during the Africa Cup of Nations, coinciding with Wolves' improved form in his absence. This has led the club to consider a transfer exit this month, though a suitable offer has yet to materialise.
Besiktas' Pursuit and Rejected Bid
Besiktas have shown sustained interest in Agbadou, but a move is reportedly no closer to completion. Sky Sports have confirmed that the Turkish side 'remain interested', contradicting earlier reports from Turkey that suggested a deal was nearing. This comes after Wolves rejected a bid worth £13 million from Besiktas earlier in the window. According to BBC Sport, Wanderers are holding firm on their valuation of £17 million for the defender, indicating a significant gap in negotiations.
Deadline Day Developments
Despite the stalemate, Besiktas are said to be keen on exploring a move on deadline day, with Sky Sports describing the situation as 'one to monitor'. Meanwhile, Wolves are focusing on strengthening their squad, with medicals scheduled for Angel Gomes and Adam Armstrong, both expected to provide a boost to the team's prospects.
As the transfer window closes, Wolves face a balancing act between offloading players like Agbadou and securing new talent to aid their Premier League campaign. The club's firm stance on their £17 million valuation suggests they are prepared to wait for the right offer, even as Besiktas' interest lingers.
