Patrick Cutrone joins Wolves from AC Milan for £16m

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Patrick Cutrone
Patrick Cutrone was an unused substitute against England in a friendly last year

Wolves have signed Italy striker Patrick Cutrone from AC Milan for £16m.

The 21-year-old, who scored 27 goals in 90 appearances for Milan after making his first-team debut in 2017, has signed a four-year deal at Molineux.

His international debut came in March 2018 and he recently made three appearances at the European Under-21 Championship.

"The club really wanted me and being able to play in the Premier League for Wolves is fantastic," said Cutrone.

"I'm very happy and want to give my all for the team."

Wolves sporting director Kevin Thelwell said: "Patrick is an exciting signing at a very exciting period for this football club.

"We have a strong philosophy under the leadership of Nuno [Espirito Santo, Wolves boss] of bringing in the right type of people and developing young talent while staying humble and grounded as individuals, and we feel Patrick perfectly fits into our philosophy.

"We are very pleased to have a player of Patrick's ability join the club and look forward to him being a part of Nuno's squad in another historic season for Wolves."

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  • Comment posted by Dave, at 07:27 31 Jul 2019

    Another potentially brilliant signing for Wolves. When you think about the decidedly average players who are flying about the Premier league for £40million plus, it could represent a real bargain too.

  • Comment posted by JonnyBoy187, at 07:40 31 Jul 2019

    What a signing and £16m in this climate is pennies on a potentially top striker of the future! Jota, Jimenez, & Cutrone is a ridiculous front 3.

    I do wonder if Nuno has played too much Fifa career mode sometimes but it is working at the moment.

    Wolves are fast becoming the most exciting team in the Prem - from a Liverpool fan!

  • Comment posted by DJL-WOLF, at 08:15 31 Jul 2019

    Ridiculous value for money in this market.
    Let's put it into context

    Cutrone, by the age of 21 has scored 27 goals in 90 games for Milan

    Marcus Rashford, by the age of 21 has scored 27 goals in 111 games for man united.

    Unbelievable business

  • Comment posted by sevlow, at 07:49 31 Jul 2019

    3. TheKnowledge
    4. Hurdygurdyman

    Oh dear.
    Another nobody? Yes , the team is full of them!!!! Such venom & hatred......enjoy your bitterness.

  • Comment posted by 123, at 07:56 31 Jul 2019

    The way the market is, £16m for a young player like this is pretty low risk considering the potential upside, so it seems like a shrewd buy.

  • Comment posted by Humpty Dumpty, at 08:26 31 Jul 2019

    Why does everyone feel the need when they comment, from a Liverpool/Chelsea/Arsenal/City fan etc. Does it make you an authority on the game !!

  • Comment posted by Bert Helmsley-Parker, at 10:03 31 Jul 2019

    45. It's clear for all to see that the Boring One isn't a football fan. Rather, he's part of an contingent of Liverpudlians who have become deeply mesmerised with Manchester as a city in general (including both Manchester teams).

    Wolves and Leicester. Both have their best teams in years. As a neutral, it will be interesting to see who comes out on top this season.

  • Comment posted by Blackburn Rovers 94-95, at 10:45 31 Jul 2019

    Showing my age a bit, but I remember watching Blackburn - Wolves in the 1960 FA Cup Final. Then again, several years ago, on the final day of the season.

    Wolves have come a hell of a long way since then, and they were one my favourite teams to watch last season.

    All the best to them!

  • Comment posted by George Weah, at 08:33 31 Jul 2019

    If you'd said to me in 1994 that players would prefer to play for Wolves than AC Milan within 25 years, I would have had you sectioned.

  • Comment posted by Theo, at 11:13 31 Jul 2019

    If Wolves can replicate (or better) last season's form, I can see them turning over a number of the supposed 'bigger' clubs. They have a clear style of play, some very good players, and a manager who exudes confidence.

    This is a very good moment for Wolves fans.

  • Comment posted by The Citizens Perspective, at 11:33 31 Jul 2019

    Generally speaking, the default position of those who only follow the Premier League is to dismiss a foreign signing through blind ignorance.

    Just because he didn't cost £70-£90 million, doesn't mean he lacks pedigree. Furthermore, if last season was anything to go by, I'm sure Wolves know what they're doing at this point.

    Huge respect to Wolves. They have a team that can cause damage.

  • Comment posted by D Fitzroy-Ferguson, at 14:01 31 Jul 2019

    92. You crudely postulate that "hating on" Liverpool is a recent phenomenon, when in fact it's a tale as old as time. You must be young, otherwise you'd know why.

    From what I've seen of this player, he plays like a traditional number nine. An astute signing for Wolves.

  • Comment posted by U17788522, at 10:09 31 Jul 2019

    @51. Bert

    Well said
    ——
    The Liverpool obsession with Manchester goes back decades.

    Wolves and Leicester, great teams with real history. Wolves were the best team in the 1950’s along with Utd’s Busby babes of course. Leicester maybe didn’t reach those heights back then but we’re cup finalists in the 1960’s against City

    Good luck to both !

  • Comment posted by Richard, at 11:13 31 Jul 2019

    He's a cracking talent. Wolves got a good deal at 16m!

  • Comment posted by Flip, at 11:08 31 Jul 2019

    The pack is definitely back. Are the big 6 looking over their shoulders? You bet they are.

  • Comment posted by Just a thought, at 09:06 31 Jul 2019

    Wolves have been getting it right more often than wrong lately. Impressive these days when a £30m buy is a gamble .........

  • Comment posted by Wolfie, at 08:54 31 Jul 2019

    23. TheKnowledge Obviously has none.

  • Comment posted by Clifford, at 08:11 31 Jul 2019

    Good signing, with one eye on the future. I'd be surprised if his sell-on value is less than what he cost, regardless of how he performs. Probably won't see the best of him this year, the first year is usually difficult for young players coming from abroad.

  • Comment posted by LivingDeadGrrrl, at 07:25 31 Jul 2019

    Great signing for Wolves, offers a different threat to Jimenez and Jota and will take some of the load off those two with a European adventure ahead.
    I'd like to see a true number 10 signed, possibly cover for Docherty too as I'm not sold on Traore at RWB. Signing Dias would be a major statement if it happens.

  • Comment posted by U17788522, at 12:17 31 Jul 2019

    With the introduction of VAR, the rise of Wolves and Leicester, and the rejuvenation of Chelsea, Arsenal and Utd, I can see Liverpool being pushed back down to where they belong - the Europa League places.

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