Wolves line up Max Kilman replacement by planning £20m transfer raid on side relegated from Premier League
WOLVES head the chase for £20million-rated Anel Ahmedhodzic as they look to replace Max Kilman.
Defender Kilman joined West Ham – so boss Gary O’Neil is after a centre-half who can play from the back – and the Sheffield United star fits the bill.
Ahmedhodzic, 25, wants to get back to the Prem after being relegated last term so the move would suit him and give United cash for new recruits.
The Blades are in takeover talks but a sale would let gaffer Chris Wilder get on with planning for next season in the Championship.
Sheffield United are looking for about £20m but may have to settle for less.
The Bosnia international who was actually born in Sweden – moved to Bramall Lane in a £5million move in the summer of 2022 from Malmo.
The Blades set Ahmedhodzic’s price tag at £20m in January when Napoli and Atalanta registered their interest in the 25-year-old.
He is an imposing 6ft 4in tall, making him the same height as the departing Wolves skipper Kilman.
Kilman, 27, has joined former boss Julen Lopetegui at West Ham after signing a seven-year-deal following a £40million move last week.
Molineux chiefs will pay around £4m to National League side Maidenhead United, from whom they signed Kilman for £40,000 in 2018 due to a 10 per cent sell on clause.
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Wolves are also interested in Blades playmaker Gustavo Hamer — and should he leave, the Bramall Lane side may go for his ex-Coventry team-mate and free agent Callum O’Hare.
Meanwhile, Leeds want Sheffield United’s Jayden Bogle but do not agree with the £7m valuation.
The Whites need to fill their right-back slot after letting Connor Roberts go back to Burnley following his loan and they are yet to discuss a bid with Clarets.
There is also Italian interest in Blades midfielder Vini Souza, with agents working on a move and AC Milan in the mix.
Fulham have already had a £15m offer turned down for the 25-year-old Brazilian.
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