Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly in for a struggle in signing Atalanta midfielder, Dejan Kulusevski, in January, according to Tuttosport.
On Monday, it was reported by Italian sports news outlet, TMW, that Nuno Espirito Santo’s side was preparing a €15-million (£12.9 million) bid for the Swedish teenager (via Sport Witness).
However, after the latest report from Tuttosport, there is a suggestion that Wolves will struggle to bring the 19-year-old to Molineux due to Inter Milan sparking interest in the youngster (via Sport Witness).
Just how good is he?
The 19-year-old Swede can play centrally, in midfield, or on either wing as he has done whilst on loan at Parma this season so far (via Transfermarkt).
In 11 Serie A games whilst on loan, Kulusevski has netted twice and assisted on five occasions for Parma (per Transfermarkt) – an impressive return for the attacking-minded player.
However, despite Wolves’ reported interest in the player, there may be another snag as Atlanta will reportedly hold out for €25 million (£21.5 million) for the 19-year-old, such is their rating of the youngster (via Sport Witness).
TiF Tactics – How would he fit in at Molineux?
With Wolves’ much-talked-about struggles due to a hefty fixture list (per The Guardian), reinforcements are needed by Nuno Espirito Santo.
Kulusevski would be perfect for this, as not only does he provide cover for the centre of the park, but he is also able to play out wide (via Transfermarkt).
Furthermore, when in comparison to the Old Gold’s star man in midfield, Ruben Neves, the Swedish 19-year-old has scored better this season in terms of average rating.
The Portuguese 22-year-old has an average of 6.62/10 for Wolves this term, whereas Kulusevski has an impressive 7.15/10 for Parma (per Whoscored); meaning the youngster can also add extra quality to Espirito Santo’s squad. He also averages 2.5 key passes per game, which is miles better than Neves’ 0.4 per game in the Premier League.