Brighton will make the move to sign Wolves star in January

As Wolves face an increasingly desperate battle for Premier League survival, they could be forced to sanction departures in January to secure higher fees, warning buyers like Brighton.

Brighton shortlist versatile defender amid Wolves’ potential fire sale

According to a new report from Football insiderBrighton have officially shortlisted David Moller Wolfe as they look to strengthen their defensive options.

The Amex Stadium recruitment team has been impressed with the 23-year-old’s versatility and have noted his ability to operate effectively as both a traditional left-back and in a left-sided centre-half position.

Despite Wolves’ collective struggles this campaign, Moller Wolfe has managed to turn heads with his individual performances.

Since arriving from AZ Alkmaar, he has contributed two goals and two assists, showing a creative spark even in a struggling side.

The report suggests that the Molineux hierarchy are pragmatic about their current position.

With relegation to the Championship looking increasingly likely, Wolves bosses are reportedly considering sanctioning the sale in the coming January window.

According to the report, the logic is purely financial; Selling assets like Moller Wolfe now, while they are still Premier League players, could yield significantly higher transfer fees than if the club were forced to sell after confirmed relegation.

For Brighton, known for their smart market moves, this presents an opportunity to sign a high-ceiling talent that fits their tactical profile perfectly.

Relegation looms as Edwards makes a nightmare start

The backdrop to these transfer rumors is a disastrous season for Wolves.

The club is currently bottom of the Premier League with just two points in sixteen games.

They are far from safety and show no signs of a revival.

The November appointment of Rob Edwards, who replaced Vitor Pereira, was intended to spark a survival push, but the move has failed to deliver the desired ‘new manager bounce’.

Edwards has had a torrid start to his tenure, losing all five of his opening games in charge.

Now that the team is fourteen points behind in safety, confidence is at an all-time low.

This dismal run has highlighted to rival clubs that Wolves are vulnerable, making their standout talents such as Moller Wolfe a prime target for poaching when the transfer window reopens.