Wolves have been linked to a player from the South American market ahead of the summer transfer window.
The Old Gold have found great success recruiting from Brazil in recent years, notably through the arrivals of Joao Gomes and Andre.
Vitor Pereira has got the best out of his midfield pivot, with both players being key parts of Wolves turning their season around.
While Gomes has gone from strength to strength since signing in 2023, Andre has fitted in seamlessly in the Premier League, and now, Wolves could be tempted to try their transfer luck again.
Vitor Pereira eager to sign Evertton Araujo at Wolves
Palmeiras starlet Requilme Fillipi is one player on Wolves’ radar ahead of the summer transfer window, but the teenage sensation isn’t the only one.
Bolavip have shared an update on Pereira’s desire to sign Flamengo midfielder Evertton Araujo, a player coached by the boss during his time in Brazil.
Evertton played under Pereira at Flamengo, and now, the manager could oversee the 22-year-old’s career once more.
Bolavip report that Wolves see Evertton as a ‘main target’, but the Brazilian club have conditions regarding whether they allow the Premier League side to negotiate a purchase.
Firstly, a deal would have to be finalised after the Club World Cup, played over June and July, and secondly, Flamengo expect a ‘high proposal’ for the midfielder, who is considered to have a high ceiling.
Scout Ben Mattinson shared glowing praise of the rumours Wolves target, describing the Flamengo ace as a ‘strong defensive midfielder’ and a player ‘aggressive’ in the number six role.
Having played 39 games for Flamengo during his career, Evertton is slowly but surely making a case for himself to be a starter, just as Gomes did before he made the switch to Molineux.
Evertton fits Pereira’s midfield demands
Could Evertton follow in Gomes’ footsteps and make the move from Flamengo to Wolves?
Brazilian media seem to believe that Pereira’s wish is to make the transfer happen, and when looking at the target’s statistics, it’s clear to see why.
Pereira has axed Tommy Doyle from his plans due to the Englishman not suiting what he wants from a midfielder, qualities that, to no surprise, Evertton has.
Evertton is statistically comparable to Gomes and Andre, portraying why Pereira is pushing to bring the 22-year-old defensive midfielder to the West Midlands.
A clone of Gomes and Andre would be a dream acquisition for Pereira to add to his midfield, making Evertton one to watch in the summer.