One of the most significant things Wolves did in the summer was keep hold of Jorgen Strand Larsen – and now, a big claim has been made regarding the striker.
Jorgen Strand Larsen became the subject of interest from Newcastle at the end of the window.
Newcastle made two bids for Strand Larsen, one at £50 million and one at £55 million.
Wolves rejected both and maintained a not-for-sale stance, which ultimately deterred the Magpies, who then turned their attention to Nick Woltemade.
Woltemade signed and then when Wolves informed Strand Larsen he’d be going nowhere on deadline day, Newcastle then landed Yoane Wissa.
Wolves fans praised Strand Larsen for his professionalism throughout the situation.
And it was then suggested Wolves would look to offer Strand Larsen a new contract as a reward – and now the club have made tracks on that.
Wolves in talks to give Jorgen Strand Larsen a new contract
It has been reported by The Telegraph this afternoon that Wolves have now opened talks with Strand Larsen over a new contract.
Wanderers are ready to hand the Norwegian improved terms.
It’s stated that Wolves don’t anticipate any problems, and that Strand Larsen should agree to an improved deal in the coming weeks.
And interestingly, it is claimed that it is unlikely there will be a release clause included in the new deal.
That is potentially very significant, and something that will go down very well with fans if it does come to pass.
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No release clause would be huge for Wolves
It is very interesting to see that the new contract for Strand Larsen is ‘unlikely’ to include a release clause.
Of course, we saw how Matheus Cunha’s contract included one worth £62.5 million, which was triggered in the summer by Manchester United.
Perhaps there could be one in the event of relegation though, as Strand Larsen is obviously too good to be playing in the Championship.
Hopefully it will never come to that though, and Wolves will be free to demand whatever fee they like for the Norwegian next year, should teams come calling.
It is also not out of the question that Wolves and Strand Larsen could come to some kind of gentleman’s agreement for him to move on for a fee between a certain range if a top club comes in for him.