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Top Forward Agrees to Join Marseille, But Will Wolves Drop Their £30m Demand?

Hwang Hee-Chan of Wolverhampton Wanderers, during the Premier League match Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Crystal Palace at Molineux, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom, 11th May 2024 (Photo by Cody Froggatt/News Images)
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Hwang Hee-chan has reached an agreement in principle to join Marseille. Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) rejected Marseille’s initial £20m bid, demanding £30m. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.

  • Hwang Hee-chan has agreed to personal terms with Marseille.
  • Wolves rejected Marseille’s initial £20m bid, demanding £30m.
  • Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.

Agreement Reached on Personal Terms

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Wolves star Hwang Hee-chan reached an agreement in principle to join Marseille.
Hwang agreed personal terms and talks are ongoing between two clubs.
#WWFC demanding £30m and rejected L’OM’s £20m opening bid.
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Wolves’ forward Hwang Hee-chan has agreed to personal terms with Olympique de Marseille, marking a significant step towards a potential transfer. However, the two clubs are yet to finalize the deal. Wolves have set a firm asking price of £30m, rejecting Marseille’s opening bid of £20m.

Player Profile: Hwang Hee-chan

Hwang Hee-chan, born on January 26, 1996, in Chuncheon, South Korea, is a versatile centre-forward known for his pace and dribbling skills. Standing at 1.77m, he has been a pivotal player for Wolves since joining in 2022 from RB Leipzig for a transfer fee of €16.70m. His current contract with Wolves is set to expire on June 30, 2028.

Career Highlights

  • Appearances: 301
  • Goals: 85
  • Assists: 50
  • International Caps/Goals: 66/14

Hwang began his career at Pohang Steelers before moving to Red Bull Salzburg, where he made a significant impact. His career progression has seen him move to RB Leipzig and eventually Wolves, where he has continued to showcase his talent.

Ongoing Negotiations and Market Value

Hwang’s current market value is estimated at €25.00m as of May 27, 2024. Wolves’ demand for £30m is reflective of his performances and potential impact at Marseille. The ongoing negotiations will determine whether Marseille can meet Wolves’ valuation.

Transfer History

  1. Pohang Steelers U15 (2009-2011)
  2. Pohang Steelers U18 (2012-2015)
  3. Red Bull Salzburg (2015-2020) – €300k transfer fee
  4. RB Leipzig (2020-2022) – €9m transfer fee
  5. Wolverhampton Wanderers (2022-Present) – €16.70m transfer fee

Impact and Future Prospects

Hwang Hee-chan has been instrumental in Wolves’ attacking line-up, contributing significantly with goals and assists. His potential move to Marseille could bolster the French club’s offensive options, aligning with their recent interest in strengthening their squad, as seen in their pursuit of Manchester United’s Mason Greenwood.

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The outcome of the ongoing negotiations will be crucial in determining Hwang’s future and Marseille’s attacking strategy for the upcoming season.

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