Tolu Arokodare makes big leap to Premier League side, Wolves from Genk

• Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has completed a high-profile move to the English Premier League
• He joins Wolverhampton Wanderers from Belgian side KRC Genk.

The 24-year-old arrives in England on the back of a stellar 2024/25 season, where he netted 23 goals and provided seven assists, performances that earned him the Ebony Shoe Award; given to the best African player in Belgium. His exploits attracted reported interest from clubs in Italy, Spain, and England, but Wolves won the race for his signature after failing to sign compatriot Christantus Uche.

After agreeing personal terms and successfully completing his medical on Sunday, Arokodare sealed a four year deal, with an option to extend by a further year, for an initial £22.5 million, with about £865,000 in add-ons, making him one of Wolves’ most expensive signings of all time.

At 6ft 6in, the Nigerian forward brings a towering physical presence and proven goal-scoring ability. Having previously featured for Valmiera (Latvia), FC Köln (Germany), Amiens (France) and GKRC enk (Belgium), the English Premier League now marks the next big stage of his career.

Wolves view Arokodare as a potential replacement for Jørgen Strand Larsen, who has requested a move away from Molineux. Should the Norwegian depart, the Nigerian’s arrival would provide both quality and depth in attack for Victor Pereira’s side.

Speaking after making the move, Tolu said;

“It feels amazing, It did take a while, but I'm here finally, and I'm happy to be here. I didn't need convincing.

I know the history of the club and the players that have been here and how they've progressed to become better players. I like the project of the club, and that's what I want for myself. I want to improve and I want to progress, and help this team.

I think I'll fit in pretty good. If you, for example, look at the strikers that we have now, we're almost the same profile, so it won’t be difficult for me to adapt. You could see how good (Jorgen Strand) Larsen did last season, and I'm just here to help the team."

The move also sees Arokodare become the seventh Nigerian to play for Wolves, following in the footsteps of Ade Akinbiyi, George Ndah, Isaac Okoronkwo, Bright Enobakhare, Seyi Olofinjana, and club legend Carl Ikeme.

With his blend of height, power, and finishing ability, Wolves fans will be eager to see if Arokodare can adapt quickly and make his mark in the Premier League.