Flamengo 
Man Utd 
- 14 January
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CONFIRMED: João Gomes signs for Wolves.
Wolves beats Man Utd to sign João Gomes. Flamengo accepts their €18.7M offer for the midfielder, ending the rumour of João Gomes moving to Man Utd.
CONFIRMED: João Gomes signs for Wolves
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(Latest update: )Man Utd's pursuit of João Gomes reaches new heights. Numerous reports indicating a 82% probability of the midfielder making the switch to his potential new club. Here is why.
- Man Utd has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of João Gomes (24).
- Man Utd has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of João Gomes.
- João Gomes is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Man Utd squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Kobbie Mainoo , Christian Eriksen)
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (Bruno Fernandes , Scott McTominay)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Kobbie Mainoo , Bruno Fernandes )
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (Kobbie Mainoo , Christian Eriksen)
Manchester United wanted to land this gifted talent- The 4th Official - A view from the sideline
Manchester United considered recruiting Joao Gomes from Flamengo last summer in exchange of Andrea Pereira heading in the other direction.
Alternatives of Man Utd
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
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74.6
82.3
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Kristjan Asllani |
 Torino
|
€18.7M |
|
74.3
77.3
|
Tyler Adams |
 B'mouth
|
€26.2M |
|
73.7
80.8
|
Nicolò Rovella |
 Lazio
|
€33.8M |
|
73.7
73.7
|
Rodrigo Bentancur |
 Tottenham
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€27.8M |
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73.5
76.5
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Cheick Doucouré |
 C. Palace
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€24.7M |
|
73.4
73.4
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João Palhinha |
Tottenham
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€33.3M |
|
73.2
77.6
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Ethan Ampadu |
 Leeds Utd
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€22.1M |
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73.1
84.9
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Yegor Yarmolyuk |
 Brentford
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€28.5M |
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| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarik Muharemović | 09-01-2026 | Report | |
| Jérémy Jacquet | 06-01-2026 | Report | |
| Bazoumana Touré | 31-12-2025 | Report | |
| Christ Inao Oulaï | 17-12-2025 | Report | |
| Tyler Adams | 17-12-2025 | Report | |
| Scott McTominay | 12-11-2025 | Report | |
| Kennet Eichhorn | 12-11-2025 | Report | |
| Javi Guerra | 10-11-2025 | Report |
João Gomes
M (C)
Skill: 71.0
Pot: 75.7
Team
Wolves
Wolves
Contracted Until
30 Jun 30
ETV
€49.8M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€44.8M – €54.8M
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Who is João Gomes?
João Gomes (BRA) is a a ball winning midfielder and currently plays for Wolves. João Gomes is 24 years old (2001/02/12) and he is 176cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 35. João Gomes has also been used as a box to box midfielder and as a deep lying playmaker.
João Gomes's current transfer value is between €44.8M and €54.8M. His last transfer was from Flamengo to Wolves in 2023. Wolves paid Flamengo €18.7M for João Gomes.
João Gomes latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
