Administrator Stan Posted July 23, 2018 Administrator Posted July 23, 2018 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/44922630 The Portuguese revolution in the Black Country continues... Quote Wolves are set to sign Portugal midfielder Joao Moutinho from Monaco for £5m. The 31-year-old, who has 113 caps, is close to joining the newly promoted Premier League side on a two-year deal. The former Porto player helped Portugal win Euro 2016 and is their third most capped player behind Cristiano Ronaldo (154) and Luis Figo (127). He follows international team-mate Rui Patricio to Molineux and is expected to partner Ruben Neves in midfield. Moutinho started his career with Sporting Lisbon before joining Porto in 2010, winning the Primeira Liga in 2011, 2012 and 2013. Monaco paid £21.5m to sign Moutinho in 2013 and he went on to score 11 goals in 211 games for the French club, helping them win Ligue 1 in 2017.
Subscriber RandoEFC+ Posted July 23, 2018 Subscriber Posted July 23, 2018 He's no spring chicken but at £5m that's a good experienced head to supplement their squad.
DNA Posted July 23, 2018 Posted July 23, 2018 Ridiculous. And to think, last season they would have comfortably finished mid-table as a premier league side.
Administrator Stan Posted July 23, 2018 Administrator Posted July 23, 2018 ridiculosu they're getting him for so cheap. 31 for a midfielder in his type of role isn't that old and they could easily get a good 2-3 years out of him. £5m is a pittance these days.
UNORTHODOX Posted July 23, 2018 Posted July 23, 2018 It's gonna be interesting to see just how high they can finish now, That's a very good squad they have put together and I doubt they are finished either.
Dave Posted July 23, 2018 Posted July 23, 2018 When you think of his experience, his quality and the fee involved it's a really good deal. He's almost the perfect player to keep them ticking over. 31 is hardly old either.
Guest Posted July 24, 2018 Posted July 24, 2018 22 hours ago, Cannabis said: Wolves are absolutely slaying it, not a chance they're even flirting with relegation this season. Who do we have on the opening day? Oh yeah, Wolves. Make a joke about shutting the club down and I shall end you (and your offspring). Really? Its rarely that simple the players might not gel. I don't think they will but they certainly could go down
Subscriber Mel81x+ Posted July 25, 2018 Subscriber Posted July 25, 2018 Are we sure that price is right? Not missing any digits? How in the world have they swung that. He's not as good as he used to be but as said above he's going to offer some experience to the squad and can still do a good job when called upon. Good business by Wolves this.
LFCMadLad Posted July 25, 2018 Posted July 25, 2018 Seriously, Wolves transfer business this summer is dodgy as fuck
Subscriber RandoEFC+ Posted July 26, 2018 Subscriber Posted July 26, 2018 22 hours ago, LFCMadLad said: Seriously, Wolves transfer business this summer is dodgy as fuck Yeah, people don't read into it because we all just think "oh they're just getting good deals because of Mendes" but surely Monaco aren't letting Mourinho leave for £5m? Where are they getting the rest of the money they want from? Maybe I'm just over thinking it.
Administrator Stan Posted July 26, 2018 Administrator Posted July 26, 2018 5 minutes ago, RandoEFC said: Yeah, people don't read into it because we all just think "oh they're just getting good deals because of Mendes" but surely Monaco aren't letting Mourinho leave for £5m? Where are they getting the rest of the money they want from? Maybe I'm just over thinking it. could be a lot of clauses involved - so £5m could be initial fee. Then rising to whatever based on performance/appearance/club achievements. I know it's not usually reported like so but who knows these days?!
Lucas Posted July 26, 2018 Posted July 26, 2018 2 hours ago, Rick said: 5m. 5m. That's the bargain of the summer so far. It's up there. I'd say Rui Patricio on a free is. Great keeper for absolutely fuck all pennies, especially when you consider you paid over £60m+ for yours.
LFCMadLad Posted July 26, 2018 Posted July 26, 2018 25 minutes ago, RandoEFC said: Yeah, people don't read into it because we all just think "oh they're just getting good deals because of Mendes" but surely Monaco aren't letting Mourinho leave for £5m? Where are they getting the rest of the money they want from? Maybe I'm just over thinking it. Nah I don't reckon you're over thinking it. I reckon their business has been dodgy as fuck.
Dr. Gonzo Posted July 26, 2018 Posted July 26, 2018 2 hours ago, RandoEFC said: Yeah, people don't read into it because we all just think "oh they're just getting good deals because of Mendes" but surely Monaco aren't letting Mourinho leave for £5m? Where are they getting the rest of the money they want from? Maybe I'm just over thinking it. I think the Mendes element makes it dodgier tbh.
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