Wolves are considering a move to sign Everton winger Dwight McNeil in the January transfer window, as they plan for life under soon-to-be manager Rob Edwards, according to the Daily Mail.
GIVEMESPORT sources confirmed at the weekend that Wolves are set to confirm the appointment of Middlesbrough manager Rob Edwards on a three-and-a-half-year deal. The Midlands outfit are to pay in the region of £3m to prise Edwards away from the Championship club, with their former defender tasked with trying to guide them away from the relegation zone.
If Wolves are to survive in the Premier League this season, then reinforcements in the January transfer window may be necessary. Wolves currently have just two points this campaign in England's top flight, and they are still searching for their first win of the season.
Wolves Eyeing January Move for Dwight McNeil
Dwight McNeil in action for Everton
According to a report from the Daily Mail, transfer chief Matt Jackson is likely to have a strong voice in the market heading into 2026. The report claims that Wolves could look to target Everton winger McNeil, who has fallen out of favour under David Moyes, if they are looking for a possible short-term deal for a player with Premier League experience.
The Athletic's David Ornstein recently reported that Wolves are set to back Edwards in the January market as they attempt to rescue their season. Homegrown players and attacking options are likely to be their priority heading into the winter window. McNeil would fit into both categories, with Wolves needing to meet certain registration requirements, meaning they are unable to sign any foreign players unless they sell someone.
McNeil has found game time difficult to come by under Moyes this season, with the signing of Jack Grealish significantly hampering his minutes. The former Burnley winger, who signed for a fee of £20m, has flourished with the Toffees at times, particularly under Sean Dyche, but he's now become nothing more than a squad player.
McNeil is known for being a creative threat in the final third, something Wolves are certainly lacking. He might not be the pacy forward that some Wolves fans will be hoping for, but he will certainly improve their production in the final third. A departure in January would appear to be fairly likely, considering his lack of minutes under Moyes this season.