Wolverhampton Wanderers have one foot in the Premier League after a 3-0 win away at Leeds United.
Goals from Romain Saiss, Willy Boly and Benik Afobe gave Nuno Espirito Santo’s Wolverhampton Wanderers side a comfortable victory at Elland Road.
And the result put Championship leaders Wolves 10 points clear of the playoff places with 11 games to go.
Barring a spectacular collapse, the club have one foot in the Premier League and with the distinct advantage of being able to start planning now for their return to the big time.
While the futures of a number of Premier League clubs are up in the air given the congested nature of the top flight this season, there are several quality players Wolves could realistically target for key areas this summer.
Nathan Redmond
The tricky winger was looking a sure bet for the England World Cup squad off the back of his superb form for Southampton since joining them from Norwich City.
But he has barely featured under Saints boss Mauricio Pellegrino since a 5-2 thrashing by Tottenham on Boxing Day.
Redmond possesses one of the most crucial commodities for Premier League success, pace.
His price tag would depend on the outcome of Southampton’s survival battle but that should not be a problem for Wolves who have outspent a number of Premier League sides, including the Saints, in their pursuit of promotion.
Cheikhou Kouyate
Two seasons ago West Ham United midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate was being linked with some top European clubs. A combination of being played out of position and a dip in form has seen the Senegal midfielder’s star fade.
Brilliant one week, dreadful the next for the Hammers Kouyate has gone from fans’ favourite to their scapegoat.
At his best Kouyate is a powerful all-action midfielder who chips in with goals and can operate at centre back too.
West Ham paid just £7 million to sign him from Anderlecht and would undoubtedly entertain offers if he continues to under perform.
Ashley Williams
Williams is having a torrid time at Everton and supporters are calling for him to be sold in the summer.
While the centre back may have seen better days, at 33 he could still have an impact for Wolves for a season or two.
His Premier League experience could prove invaluable and Wolves would not have to break the bank to get him either.
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