Stoke City goalkeeper Jack Butland could be on his way out of the bet365 Stadium with Wolves showing interest in recruiting him this summer. According to recent reports, the Premier League new boys have enquired about the availability of the English keeper ahead of a potential move during this summer transfer period. It is believed that Nuno Espirito Santo’s side will look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new campaign and Butland fits the bill perfectly.
Some sources are now linking the English goalie with a move to the Molineux Stadium in the summer. The 25-year-old keeper has put in a number of match-winning performances during the course of last season which has not gone unnoticed. It could prove to be a huge coup for the Wolves if they can pull off such a move in this off-season.
Butland had featured in 36 matches for the Potters last season, conceding 63 goals while keeping 6 clean sheets in all competitions. The Premier League star has also been included in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup which kicks off later this month. He is exactly the kind of talent who can flourish under the leadership of Nuno Espirito Santo while plying his trade in the top tier of English football next season. It remains to be seen whether the West Midlands outfit ends up making an offer for his signature in the coming weeks.
Wolves managed to win the Skybet Championship last season and will look to avoid the drop at all costs when they embark upon their top-flight campaign later this year. Santo needs to make some smart additions to his squad if his team are to cope with the physicality and high intensity of the Premier League.
The addition of Butland will definitely bolster Santo’s goalkeeping options ahead of the new season. Wolves have goalies such as Carl Ikeme, John Ruddy, Will Norris and Harry Burgoyne competing for a place in their starting XI. The potential acquisition of Butland will undoubtedly improve their team significantly and add more competition for places within Santo’s squad.
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At 25, the English shot-stopper still has his peak years ahead of him which the West Midlands outfit could look to utilise in the coming years. Only time will tell what lies ahead in the future of Butland and whether he ends up making a move to the Molineux Stadium this summer.
