A New Force in Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton ⁣Wanderers have announced the signing of‍ Jackson Tchatchoua from Serie A ‍side Hellas ⁣Verona⁣ for a fee of €12.5 million (£10.8 million). The 23-year-old defender has agreed to a five-year contract with the Premier League club, adding much-needed depth and pace to their backline.

from Belgium to the Premier League: Tchatchoua’s⁤ Journey

Born in Belgium, Tchatchoua began his ⁤professional career with Charleroi before a⁢ loan spell ⁢at hellas Verona in ‍2023. He impressed during his time in Italy, leading to a permanent transfer in 2024. Last season, the‍ versatile ⁣defender made 37 appearances for⁣ Verona, scoring twice⁤ and providing three assists, showcasing his ability to ⁤contribute⁤ both defensively and in attack.

Elite Speed: A ⁤Game-Changer for Wolves?

Tchatchoua’s most⁣ striking attribute is his blistering pace. He was officially crowned the fastest player in Serie A⁢ last season, reaching an average top speed of 34.88 kmph according to Serie A. Wolves themselves recorded a top speed of 36.3kmph for the player last ⁢season, suggesting a meaningful asset ⁢in both winning ⁤back⁣ possession and launching counter-attacks.

This speed places him among the quickest players in European football. For ‍context, Tottenham ‍Hotspur’s Micky van de Ven reached⁤ 37.1⁤ kmph in the 2024-25 Premier League season, and currently holds ⁤the league record at 37.38 kmph as ⁣reported by the BBC.

Part of a Busy⁤ Summer for ⁣Wolves

Tchatchoua is the fifth major addition to the Wolves squad this transfer ⁢window. The⁤ club has also secured the permanent signing of forward Jorgen⁢ Strand Larsen for £23 million following a⁤ prosperous loan ⁣spell, alongside forward Fer Lopez (£19m), winger ⁣Jhon Arias ⁢(£15m), and defender David Moller Wolfe⁢ (£10m). This influx of talent signals a clear ambition from⁢ Wolves to strengthen their squad and compete at a⁤ higher level.