Latest developments
- Wolverhampton Wanderers are exploring the possibility of signing Diogo Jota.
- Liverpool are open to listening to offers for the Portuguese.
- Jota left Wolves for Liverpool in 2020.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3/5): Wolves eye Jota reunion
Wolverhampton Wanderers are keeping a close eye on Diogo Jota as the club's hierarchy are evaluating ways to re-sign the 28-year-old from Liverpool.
The story comes from Teamtalk, who suggest the Reds are willing to sell the Portuguese forward.
Value (2/5): Liverpool set an unrealistic price tag
The Merseyside outfit spent around £45million to sign Jota from Wolves. The forward has had an underwhelming time at Anfield, failing to establish himself as a regular starter. Still, the Reds are looking to demand around £55million. It's tough to see any club give in to their demands this summer.
Suitability (3.5/5): Versatile option
Jota, who is capable of playing across the frontline, is known for his explosive pace, positional awareness, and ability to link up with his teammates. He could be a potent option in a fluid attacking line.
Upgrade? (3.5/5): Reliable goalscorer
Apart from Matheus Cunha, Vitor Pereira has struggled to rely on any Wolves attacker due to their lack of consistency, so much so that he has even tried defensive midfielder Marshall Munetsi in attack. The arrival of Jota could hand the manager a relatively more reliable goalscorer.
Logic (4/5): More minutes
Due to the abundance of quality forwards at Liverpool, Jota has not managed to start on a regular basis under Arne Slot, managing just 10 starts in the Premier League. Needless to say, at Molineux, he would be one of the first names on the teamsheet.
Whisper+ verdict: 16/25
Even though Jota might push for a return to the Midlands, Liverpool's asking price could hamper Wolves' chances.
