As Wolves get ready to announce Vitor Pereira as their new manager, Fabio Silva will be wondering where his future lies ahead of next summer.
Silva wasn’t favoured by any recent manager of Wolves, including Nuno Espirito Santo, Bruno Lage, Julen Lopetegui or Gary O’Neil.
However, Vitor Pereira – who is set to join Wolves on an 18-month deal – may take a liking to the 22-year-old after watching him flourish out on loan.
Silva joined Las Palmas for the 2024/25 season during the summer and the Portuguese international has since plundered five goals in 12 appearances in La Liga.
Remarkably, Silva has even scored against Barcelona, with the striker’s form leading to speculation over a permanent move to Los Amarillos.
Fabio Silva of UD Las Palmas celebrates after scoring his team second goal during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at Estadi...
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Las Palmas want Fabio Silva but can’t afford his wages
A loan move can completely change the complexion of a player’s career, and the Portugal striker is the prime example of that narrative.
Silva is one of Wolves biggest ever flops, returning just five goals in 72 appearances after costing the club a whopping £35 million in 2020.
Now, after experiencing a tough four years in Wolverhampton, the former Porto wonderkid is flourishing in one of Europe’s top five leagues.
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Unfortunately, even with the forward in electric form, Wolves are still planning on selling Silva next summer, prompting interest from Las Palmas.
Moving to Spain would be the ideal destination for the youngster, although a switch to the Spanish side looks off the cards, as newspaper La Provincia – as relayed by Sport Witness – reports that Las Palmas can’t afford his wages.
Silva’s current side reportedly only pays 60% of his £80,000-per-week wages, with the outlet making it clear he will return to Molineux in 2025.
Vitor Pereira could look at Silva in pre-season
Silva being in red hot form is great for both parties as it places his name further in the shop window and also sees his value rise.
In an ideal world, Wolves would recoup most of what they paid for the 2002-born striker however, with his contract expiring in 2026, clubs will be reluctant to pay a hefty amount.
Instead, new manager Pereira may look at the ‘excellent’ Silva in pre-season and decide whether he can revive his future at Molineux.
It’s a possibility that wouldn’t go down too well with Wolves fans, who demand the forward to leave, though it could be the wisest decision.
Spending some of pre-season with the striker could show where his intentions lie and providing Wolves remain in the Premier League, perhaps the new manager could finally unlock his potential in England.
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