Wolves have one of the best ball-winning midfielders in the Premier League in their squad. Joao Gomes has proven he’s a quality talent.
The Brazilian joined Wolves on a permanent transfer from Flamengo in January 2023. He has since become a vital player at Molineux.
While Gomes is known for his aggressive style on the pitch, there’s a lot more to the South American than just ferocious tackles.
Find out all you need to know about Gomes, including his age, height, style of play and family connections here at Molineux News.
Who is Joao Gomes?
Gomes, whose full name is João Victor Gomes da Silva, was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
As a youngster, Gomes came through the academy at Flamengo after joining at the age of eight in 2009.
The all-action midfielder made his debut for Flamengo at the age of 19 on November 1st, 2020, starting in a 4-1 home defeat against rivals Sao Paulo.
After three years and 122 appearances in the first-team at the Brazil giants, Gomes agreed to join Wolves in January 2023.
What position does Joao Gomes play?
Gomes is best used as a box-to-box midfielder, whose primary role is to win the ball back for his team and drive forward at speed.
He is also versatile, having shown he’s capable of playing in a deeper role centrally or advanced up the pitch.
How old is Joao Gomes?
Gomes was born on 12th, February 2001.
How tall is Joao Gomes?
Gomes stands at 5′ 9″ tall.
Joao Gomes’ family
Gomes proposed to his wife Mylla Vieira in December 2022. They have since had a child together called Pedro, who was born on April 26th, 2024.
What is Joao Gomes style of play?
A modern-day ball-winning midfielder, Gomes is known for his tenacious style, excellent ball recovery, and ability to disrupt the opposition play.
The Brazilian was commonly referred to as ‘The Pitbull’ by Flamengo fans due to his combative style and relentless energy.
He’s also developed into a player who can contribute in the defensive and attacking phases, often operating in a box-to-box midfield role at Wolves.
How much did Wolves pay for Joao Gomes?
Wolves agreed a £15 million transfer with Brazilian side Flamengo to sign Joao Gomes in January 2023.
What is Joao Gomes’ Wolves number?
Gomes wears the number eight shirt for Wolves.
What has Vitor Pereira said about Joao Gomes?
Gomes is often seen joking with his teammates off the pitch, possessing an infectious attitude that most teams crave.
Speaking in February 2025, Vitor Pereira explained what the Brazilian was like behind the scenes at Molineux. He said: “Joao is the kind of player that is very happy playing football and you feel this every day.
“He comes happy to the training, he goes inside happy as a boy playing in school with friends.
“He has this spirit and he has true team spirit because he likes to help, he likes to be there, to run, to give everything. This is the typical player that we are looking for.”