WOLVES LINKED WITH TEREM MOFFI AS RELEGATION FEARS DEEPEN AND JANUARY SHAKE-UP LOOMS

Wolverhampton Wanderers’ desperate Premier League situation has sparked fresh transfer speculation, with reports claiming the club are considering a move for Nice forward Terem Moffi ahead of the January transfer window.

Rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table and already 16 points from safety, Wolves are staring relegation squarely in the face. With time running out and pressure mounting on and off the pitch, the coming weeks are expected to bring significant upheaval at Molineux as the club braces itself for what could be one of the toughest periods in its recent history.

Avoiding relegation would require a miracle of historic proportions, and even within the club there is an acceptance that sweeping changes may be unavoidable. High-earning players who would have little appetite for Championship football in the 2026–27 season are widely expected to be moved on, either in January or during the summer.

Against that backdrop, Wolves’ reported interest in Terem Moffi has raised eyebrows across the football world.

Wolves considering Moffi approach

According to French outlet Media Foot, Wolves are weighing up whether to make an approach for the 26-year-old Nice striker. The Nigeria international has been a consistent performer in Ligue 1 over the past few seasons and is viewed as a proven goalscorer at that level.

The report comes just days after Jørgen Strand Larsen was linked with a move away from Wolves, further fuelling talk of a potential mass exodus once the winter window opens. With the club struggling badly for goals and confidence, recruitment decisions made in January could define Wolves’ immediate and long-term future.

However, the logic behind a potential Moffi move is already being questioned.

Moffi’s turbulent situation at Nice

On paper, Moffi’s numbers make for impressive reading. Since joining Nice, he has scored 24 goals and registered five assists in 72 appearances, while his overall Ligue 1 record stands at 54 goals from 148 matches. Those figures underline why he remains an attractive option for clubs across Europe.

Yet his situation at the Allianz Riviera has deteriorated rapidly. Following a 3–1 defeat to Lorient at the end of November, Moffi was reportedly assaulted by Nice ultras in an incident that has effectively ended his relationship with a section of the fanbase. Sources in France suggest that neither the player nor the club believe a harmonious future is possible.

As a result, a January exit is now widely seen as inevitable. While Moffi has not scored in Ligue 1 since September, his pedigree ensures there will be no shortage of interest, particularly from clubs within France.

Wolves or Leeds – who makes sense?

Wolves are not alone in monitoring Moffi’s availability, with Leeds United also believed to be exploring the possibility of offering him a route out of Nice. Compared to Wolves, Leeds’ interest appears far more logical given their current trajectory and long-term planning.

For Wolves, the potential deal raises serious questions. If they lose upcoming fixtures against Liverpool and Manchester United, they will enter the second half of the season with barely half their games remaining and a daunting points gap that may only grow over the festive period.

In that context, pursuing a high-wage forward like Moffi — most likely on loan — feels like a gamble with limited upside. Championship football is not part of Moffi’s career plan, and Wolves cannot realistically offer him stability beyond the next few months.

A risky move for all parties?

From Moffi’s perspective, Wolves could provide Premier League exposure and the chance to play alongside fellow Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare, a partnership that might excite fans. However, similar or better opportunities are expected to emerge elsewhere, without the looming threat of relegation.

For Wolves, spending significant resources on a short-term solution could prove wasteful if relegation becomes inevitable. Instead, many supporters believe the club should focus on younger, lower-cost signings who could form the spine of a promotion push next season if the worst happens.

January window will define Wolves’ future

One thing is certain: Wolves’ January transfer window will be pivotal. Whether the club chooses to fight for survival at all costs or begins planning for life outside the Premier League will shape its direction for years to come.

The reported interest in Terem Moffi highlights the uncertainty surrounding Wolves right now — a club caught between hope and harsh reality. As the clock ticks down and pressure intensifies, every decision made behind the scenes will be scrutinised like never before.

For Wolves fans, the question remains: is a bold move for a proven striker the spark needed for a miracle escape, or just another sign of a club struggling to accept