Wolverhampton has no intention of selling Hwang Hee-chan.
“Molly New News,” which delivers the news of Wolverhampton, said on the 12th (Korean time), “Marceu has expressed interest in Hwang Hee-chan. Marcelo offered 21 million pounds (about 37.5 billion won), but Wolverhampton refused. Wolverhampton wants to hold on to Hwang Hee-chan and will never sell him in the summer. It will be shocking for Hwang Hee-chan to leave Wolverhampton. He said, “He is showing the ability and performance that fans have wanted for years.”
“You should never sell a player like this. It’s silly. There are criticisms that Wolverhampton has become a selling club, and the sale of Hwang Hee-chan is a boost to that argument. Hwang Hee-chan has completely melted into Wolverhampton and there are attempts to make better use of it. It’s a relief that Wolverhampton has no intention of selling Hwang Hee-chan. Marseille should find a striker from another team,” he said.
Hwang Hee-chan, who played for Salzburg and Leipzig, went on loan to Wolverhampton in the 2021-22 season, and made a huge impression in the beginning and succeeded in his complete transfer. The total transfer amount was 16.7 million euros (about 25 billion won). He played 30 league games and scored five goals and one assist in that season, making him look forward to next season.
Bruno Raj, who was Wolverhampton’s manager at the time, hesitated to use Hwang Hee-chan in the 2022-23 season. Hwang Hee-chan, who did not receive a chance under Raj, began to play after Julen Lopetegui was appointed. The final record was three goals and one assist in 27 league games. Hwang Hee-chan, who left a regret, seemed to be in crisis as Lopetegui suddenly resigned ahead of the 2023-24 season.
Manager Gary O’Neill utilized Hwang Hee-chan better than anyone else. While playing with Matheus Cunha and Pedro Netu, Hwang hit a career high. He played in 29 Premier League matches, scoring 12 goals and three assists. Since joining Wolverhampton, he has successfully achieved career high by posting all the good records including the most points scored, the most offensive points, the most playing time, and the most starters. 유흥알바
Marseille wanted Hwang Hee-chan, who peaked. France’s “L’Equipe” said on the 5th, “Everyone in Marseille wants Hwang Hee-chan unanimously. Hwang Hee-chan scored 12 goals in the Premier League last season and can give dynamics to the attack. Like Mason Greenwood, Marseille boardzin highly values Hwang Hee-chan. We have already tried to recruit Hwang Hee-chan in 2020.”
“It has been verified by the new coach Roberto de Gerby. I met with Hwang Hee-chan when I was leading Brighton. Marseille, which considers salary adjustment and cash flow, has not yet started negotiations with Wolverhampton. Hwang Hee-chan has a contract with Wolverhampton until 2028. Like Greenwood, he wants a type of player that is not in Marseille and is ready to jump in when a good opportunity comes,” he added.
Although Marseille desperately wants it, Wolverhampton has no intention of sending it. Rial Thomas, a reporter for “Sky Sports” in the UK, said on the 12th, “Wolverhampton rejected Marseille’s offer for Hwang Hee-chan. Wolverhampton did not consider Hwang Hee-chan to be for sale,” and Liam Keane, a reporter exclusively for Wolverhampton, also said, “Wolverhampton rejected Marseille’s bid for Hwang Hee-chan. The bid was £21 million, but Wolverhampton made sure not to sell Hwang Hee-chan.”
Wolverhampton fans are sighing with relief. With Pedro Netu and Matheus Cunha rumored to be traded, if Hwang Hee-chan is likely to play, the offense will be effectively destroyed. O’Neill will also be relieved. While defending Hwang Hee-chan, Wolverhampton has been reinforcing its squad by recruiting Rodrigo Gomes, Pedro Lima, and Jorgen Stran Larsen.
