"I have asked...” – Journalist drops claim on “fantastic” £34m Wolves target set for "move away"

Wolverhampton Wanderers target David Carmo is likely to be ‘making a move away’ from SC Braga this summer, according to journalist Jacque Talbot.

The Midlands outfit are known to be in the market for defensive reinforcements following the departure of Romain Saiss, who has joined Besiktas on a free transfer.

A recent report from Portuguese outlet O Jogo (via BirminghamLive) has claimed that Wolves have identified Carmo as an ‘ideal target’ to improve their defensive options this summer.

However, Bruno Lage’s charges could face fierce competition for the 22-year-old’s signature, with Premier League giants Manchester United and Liverpool also listed as potential suitors.

And transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg had an ‘official proposal’ turned down for Carmo by Braga at the start of the month.

Romano also reiterated that the centre-back’s €40 million (£34m) release clause is still valid and that there are ‘many clubs interested’ in his services.

Carmo received his maiden call-up to the senior Portugal international squad for the recent Nations League fixtures, although he didn’t feature in any of the games.

And Talbot disclosed that the 6 foot 5 ace was concentrating on the national team during his time with Fernando Santos’ side but that he expects him to take the next step in his career over the coming months.

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He told GiveMeSport: “I think David Carmo would be an interesting one. He’s picked up a lot of interest there. I have asked about him.

“But basically, he didn’t want any noise and just wanted to concentrate on international football. But now he’s back, I imagine he’ll be making a move away from Braga.”

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