Wolverhampton Wanderers have shocked everyone in the current campaign as they continue to defy expectations under Nuno Espirito Santo. Indeed, a European spot is up for grabs and FA Cup glory is in their sights, so this could turn out to be a special season for the Midlands club.
The Old Gold managed to pull off one of their most impressive results yet against Manchester United in the FA Cup recently, as they beat Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s full-strength side at Molineux.
Raul Jimenez and Diogo Jota grabbed the all-important goals which sent fans into an absolute frenzy in the South Bank, with a trip to Wembley now on the cards.
Interestingly, BBC Sport journalist Phil McNulty hailed the striker for his performance against Manchester United and stated that Wolves signing him on loan was a masterstroke.
‘Raul Jimenez’s loan signing from Benfica had been a masterstroke and the 27-year-old Mexican was outstanding again, showing exactly why Wolves are certain to press ahead with the option to conclude a permanent £30m deal.’
The Mexico international has been simply sensational since joining on loan from Portuguese side Benfica back in the summer transfer window, as he’s managed to produce an impressive 15 goals and seven assists in all competitions.
Wolves have done very well to recruit a number of impressive talents from Portugal in recent years and Jimenez is arguably one of the best examples of that, with a permanent deal being sure to follow in the summer.
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