Latest developments
- Wolves have made Kevin Danso their top priority in January.
- The 26-year-old is a centre-back with Ligue 1 side Lens.
- The Austrian international had a short spell at Southampton.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (2.5/5): Sky Sports' breaking news
Wolverhampton Wanderers want to continue their good form by signing Kevin Danso from Lens in January.
This news comes from Sky Sports, who name their own journalist Lyall Thomas as their source. He claims Danso is Wolves' top target as they look to strengthen in defence.
Value (3/5): Still time on current deal
With Danso under contract until summer 2027, Lens have time to squeeze out a good price for the 26-year-old.
With a market value of £20.75 million, Wolves can expect to pay a good deal more, though something in the region of £30 million could still be considered good value for a player with European Championship and UEFA Champions League experience.
Suitability (3/5): New manager, new system
Danso was schooled in the youth academies of Reading and MK Dons, while six of his 10 Southampton appearances in 2019/20 came in the Premier League.
He will, however, have to readjust to a new defensive system at Molineux, as new boss Vitor Pereira prefers a back three, rather than the back four favoured in northern France.
Upgrade? (4/5): Danso at top of his game
Wolves are enjoying new manager bounce at the moment, but to turn that into sustained success they need to tighten up at the back.
Craig Dawson is a Premier League stalwart but at 34 should not be playing every week, while Toti Gomes and Santiago Bueno are not exactly on the radar of better clubs. Danso, probably reaching his peak, can expect to go in and be the rock at the back Wolves need.
Logic (4.5/5): Lens beginning to slip
After a Champions League return last season, Lens are having an average campaign this time and it might be time for a new challenge before the downward spiral continues.
Wolves have conceded a joint-high 42 Premier League goals this term, so the need for defensive reinforcement is obvious.
Whisper+ verdict: 17/25
Someone more adept to a back three might be better, but Danso's experience and potential good price gives this rumour real credibility.
