BREAKING NEWS : Lopez leaves Celta Vigo for Wolves in a £19 million move.

Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed the signing of Fer López from Celta Vigo for approximately £19.6 million (around €23 million upfront, rising to €25 million including add‑ons), on a five‑year contract

About Fer López
Position & profile: A 21‑year‑old attacking midfielder, standing 1.88 m tall, educated in Celta’s academy since age 9 and compared to Iago Aspas

Celta first-team stats: Featured in 17 La Liga games last season, scoring twice

Development: Excelled at Celta B (11 goals in 49 appearances) and earned promotion to the senior squad in 2024

Wolves’ perspective
Strategic fit: Manager Vítor Pereira and teammate Jørgen Strand Larsen encouraged López’s arrival, praising his fit for Wolves’ style of “good, attractive football”

Club’s investment: This move marks Wolves’ first official summer purchase for the 2025–26 season, following high-profile departures: Matheus Cunha (£62.5 m) and Rayan Aït‑Nouri (£31 m)

Market context
The transfer exceeds López’s €20 million release clause at Celta, with Wolves paying €23 million guaranteed plus €2 million in variables

Celta needed funds before June 30 to balance accounts, and this sale, plus others (e.g. Douvikas and Strand Larsen), helped meet financial targets

What’s next?
Wolves will integrate López into their Premier League squad as they gear up for the 2025–26 season. Expect him to feature in pre-season and early league matches.

Celta and Wolves are scheduled for a friendly on August 9, offering López a poignant return to Vigo

In short, Wolves have made a significant investment in a young, dynamic midfielder with Premier League potential. His arrival highlights their shift toward building a youthful, attractive team under Pereira’s guidance.

Let me know if you want to dive into his playing style, expected role, or impact on the squad!