Boubacar Traore signed for Wolves from French side FC Metz in 2023 after an initial loan over the 2022-23 season.
Traore hasn’t had much game time this season at Wolves due to both injury and the squad that Vitor Pereira has grown to trust.
The Mali international has been sidelined with injury and is now fighting for minutes up against the favoured pivot of Joao Gomes and Andre.
Though the season has been frustrating for Traore, there’s huge potential for the player to make a name for himself at Wolves – here’s everything you need to know about the midfielder.
Who is Boubacar Traore?
Traore is a defensive midfielder, signed by Wolves permanently in 2023 from FC Metz.
Where and when was Boubacar Traore born?
Traore was born on August 20th, 2001, in Mali’s capital city, Bamako.
How tall is Boubacar Traore?
Traore stands at 6’ 0” tall.
Is Boubacar Traore related to Adama Traore?
Despite having the same surname, Traore is not related to former Wolves winger Adama Traore.
How much did Wolves pay for Boubacar Traore?
After a successful loan spell at Molineux, Wolves signed Traore from Metz for £9.5 million, as the conditions were met for his transfer to become permanent following his 2022-23 loan.
How much does Boubacar Traore earn at Wolves?
Traore earns £55k-a-week at Wolves, with an annual salary of £2.8m, as per Capology.
The midfielder is one of Wolves’ highest earners.
What shirt number does Boubacar Traore wear at Wolves?
Traore wears the number six shirt at Wolves, a shirt previously worn by Bruno Jordao.
The Mali international wears the number eight for his country.
What is Boubacar Traore’s best position?
Traore is a central midfielder who can play the No. 6 six and No. 8 roles.
What’s Boubacar Traore’s social media?
Traore has two official social media accounts.
On X, his username is @BoubaTraore_8
On Instagram, his username is @traore__8