Last season, Santiago Bueno took the field 34 times for Girona in Spain’s La Liga.
In a £8.5 million maneuver, Wolverhampton Wanderers have acquired Santiago Bueno, the Uruguayan backliner, from Spanish side Girona.
At the age of 24 and with two caps for the Uruguayan national team under his belt, Bueno has inked a half-decade-long contract with the club from the West Midlands.
The club didn’t stop there. They’ve also rolled out the welcome mat for Enso Gonzalez, an 18-year-old dynamo from Paraguay’s Libertad. Gonzalez has secured a six-year contract in a deal reportedly worth around 12 million euros (£10 million), pending work permit approval and international clearance.
These South American talents are the inaugural signings under the newly-appointed manager Gary O’Neil, who took the helm earlier this month. O’Neil divulged that Portugal’s midfield maestro Matheus Nunes is Manchester City-bound in a jaw-dropping £53 million transaction. He remains optimistic about making more roster additions before the summer transfer window slams shut this Friday.
Whispers around town also suggest that Tommy Doyle, City’s England Under-21 midfielder, is on the shortlist to beef up O’Neil’s lineup. Moreover, the club is rumored to be making eyes at Fulham’s Harrison Reed.
“Our scouting squad is breaking a sweat to curate a well-rounded lineup. I’m confident the team will be in a superior state compared to last week once the transfer window concludes,” O’Neil quipped.
In total, the Wolves have welcomed six new faces this off-season. Tom King and Matt Doherty joined the pack via gratis transfers, while Boubacar Traore and Matheus Cunha have transitioned from loan stints to permanent roles on the team.
As for Bueno, he made a staggering 102 league showings for Girona since transferring from Barcelona’s B team in 2019. He spent the previous season in La Liga following Girona’s elevation from the Segunda Division.
Earlier this year, Bueno debuted for Uruguay in a friendly stalemate against Japan in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo.
Meanwhile, Gonzalez has been turning heads since his breakthrough into Libertad’s starting eleven last September. Since the beginning of the year, the youngster has found the net three times in 23 league outings.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Wolverhampton Wanderers Signings
What is the total transfer fee for Santiago Bueno to Wolverhampton Wanderers?
The total transfer fee for Santiago Bueno moving from Girona to Wolverhampton Wanderers is £8.5 million.
Who else has Wolverhampton signed along with Santiago Bueno?
Alongside Santiago Bueno, Wolverhampton Wanderers have also signed 18-year-old winger Enso Gonzalez from Paraguayan club Libertad.
How long is Santiago Bueno’s contract with the Wolves?
Santiago Bueno has secured a five-year contract with Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Is Enso Gonzalez’s move to Wolverhampton final?
Enso Gonzalez’s move is subject to international clearance and obtaining a work permit. The transfer fee is believed to be in the region of 12 million euros (£10 million).
Who is the new manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers?
The new manager for Wolverhampton Wanderers is Gary O’Neil. He was appointed earlier this month and these are his first signings for the club.
Are there any players leaving Wolverhampton?
Yes, Portugal’s midfielder Matheus Nunes is reportedly moving to Manchester City for a fee of £53 million.
Is Wolverhampton linked with any other potential transfers?
Yes, Wolverhampton is rumored to be interested in Tommy Doyle, an England Under-21 midfielder from Manchester City, and Fulham midfielder Harrison Reed.
How many players have Wolverhampton signed this summer?
As of now, Wolverhampton has signed six players this summer, including Tom King and Matt Doherty on free transfers and making loan moves for Boubacar Traore and Matheus Cunha permanent.
What is Gary O’Neil’s outlook on future signings?
Gary O’Neil remains optimistic about adding more players to the squad and said the team would be in a “superior state” by the end of the summer transfer window.
When did Santiago Bueno make his international debut?
Santiago Bueno made his international debut for Uruguay earlier this year in a friendly match against Japan in Tokyo.
More about Wolverhampton Wanderers Signings
- Santiago Bueno’s Career Stats
- Wolverhampton Wanderers Official Announcement
- Gary O’Neil’s Managerial Appointment
- Matheus Nunes to Manchester City: Full Story
- Enso Gonzalez’s Rising Career in Paraguay
- Wolverhampton Wanderers Summer Transfer Activities
- La Liga 2022 Season Overview
- Paraguayan Primera Division Highlights
- Transfer Market Analysis: Summer 2023
- Latest on Tommy Doyle and Harrison Reed Rumors
10 comments
Anyone got stats on how Bueno and Gonzalez performed last season? Just to know what we’re really getting into.
Matheus Nunes for 53M to City? Now that’s what I call a blockbuster move. Wolves must’ve got a good deal.
O’Neil optimistic about more signings? Guess we ain’t done yet. Friday is gonna be interesting.
This is like a plot twist in a movie. One moment you’re getting new players, next moment someone’s out the door. love the drama!
18 yr old with a 6-year deal? Wow, that’s what I call a leap of faith. Hope Enso lives up to the hype.
Whoa, 8.5M for Bueno? I gotta say thats some serious cash for a defender, but hey if he’s as good as they say he is, it’s money well spent. lol
Whats the deal with work permits, always makes transfers so dramatic. Enso better get his, wanna see that kid in action.
Enso scored 3 in 23? Not bad for a teen, but still room to grow. Wolves can be the perfect platform for him.
Gary O’Neil seems like he’s not wasting any time, huh? Straight into making big moves. hope he knows what he’s doin, for the sake of the fans!
Six players in one summer? thats almost a revamp. Hats off to Wolverhampton for going all out.