Wolverhampton Wanderers have opened talks with SCO Angers over the potential signing of Ivorian international Yahia Fofana, following his impressive campaign in Ligue 1.
The 24-year-old goalkeeper has featured in 28 league matches this season and played a pivotal role for Angers, establishing himself as one of the most consistent performers in the French top flight.
His performances have not gone unnoticed, with Wolves moving swiftly to express concrete interest in bringing him to the Premier League.
According to AfricaSoccer, Wolverhampton have initiated contact with Angers and are exploring the conditions for a transfer deal.
The Midlands club is reportedly seeking to bolster its squad depth ahead of the upcoming season, and Fofana has emerged as an ideal candidate to reinforce the goalkeeping department.
Angers, however, are unwilling to part with their first-choice shot-stopper without a significant financial return.
The Ligue 1 side has set an asking price of €8 million for the Ivorian, who remains under contract until June 2026.
While a year still remains on his deal beyond this summer, Angers may be tempted to cash in now rather than risk losing him for less later.
Fofana’s value has soared following his successful stint with the Ivorian national team, having been part of the squad that lifted the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations.
His combination of reflexes, composure under pressure, and ability to command the penalty area has turned him into one of Africa’s standout goalkeeping prospects.
Despite Wolverhampton’s early move, they are not alone in the race. Both Newcastle United and Brentford are closely monitoring the situation, although neither club has advanced beyond the scouting stage.
While no formal offers have yet been tabled by either side, interest from Premier League rivals is intensifying.
Fofana is said to be open to a new challenge and views a move to England’s top division as a significant step in his career. Sources close to the player indicate that a switch to the Premier League is among his top professional priorities.
Should the transfer materialise, it would represent a major step forward for Fofana, who joined Angers in 2022 after starting his senior career at Le Havre.
His rapid rise in both domestic and international football has positioned him among the most promising African goalkeepers in Europe.
As negotiations continue, Wolverhampton will need to move decisively to secure the Ivorian’s signature. With other suitors hovering and Angers holding firm on their valuation, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Fofana’s next destination lies in the Premier League.
