Tolu Arokodare during his official signing announcement for Wolves in September 2025, presented in the club's home kit at Molineux.
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Wolverhampton Wanderers have officially completed the £24 million signing of Belgian Pro League Golden Boot winner Tolu Arokodare from KRC Genk on a four-year contract, with the Nigerian striker passing his medical and joining the squad ahead of their upcoming Premier League fixtures.
Wolves Complete £24m Arokodare Deal as Belgian Golden Boot Winner Signs Four-Year Contract
Wolverhampton Wanderers have secured their marquee summer signing with the official confirmation of Tolu Arokodare’s arrival on September 1, 2025, completing a £24 million transfer that represents a significant investment in their attacking options. The 24-year-old Nigerian striker has penned a four-year contract after successfully completing his medical over the weekend, bringing his prolific goalscoring record from Belgium to the Premier League.
Arokodare’s credentials as the Belgian Pro League’s leading marksman last season, netting 21 league goals for KRC Genk, made him a coveted target for Wolves manager Vitor Pereira. The striker’s journey to Molineux follows an impressive career trajectory that included 22 goals in 34 games for Latvian side Valmiera, alongside loan spells in the Bundesliga with FC Köln and in France with Amiens, establishing him as a proven goalscorer across multiple European leagues.
The timing of Arokodare’s arrival proves crucial for Wolves, who have struggled in their early Premier League fixtures and needed additional firepower to complement existing forward Jorgen Strand Larsen. Reports indicate that Newcastle United’s interest in Strand Larsen has cooled, allowing Wolves to retain their existing striker while adding Arokodare’s proven scoring ability to their attacking arsenal.
Manager Vitor Pereira expressed optimism about the signing during an official interview released by the club, emphasizing Arokodare’s potential impact on the team’s attacking threat. The striker himself described the decision to join Wolves as straightforward, highlighting his eagerness to contribute to the Premier League campaign and adapt to English football’s demands after his successful stint in Belgian football.
While Arokodare’s signing represents Wolves’ primary deadline day business, with no additional midfield reinforcements confirmed before the window’s closure, the club now focuses on integrating their new striker ahead of their fixture against Newcastle United. The specific details of Arokodare’s debut timeline and tactical role remain to be determined, though his immediate availability strengthens Wolves’ options as they seek to improve their Premier League standing through the remainder of the season.
